Bolstering Your Herd's Health: Unpacking the Power of Zinc Methionine for Dairy Goats

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Making Goat Science Make Sense. This podcast translates peer-reviewed goat research into practical, easy-to-understand insights for dairy goat owners. Each episode explores real scientific studies on milk production, herd health, reproduction, nutrition, and more. We break down the data, explain the jargon, and connect it to what’s happening in your barn. Whether you're new to goats or deep in milk test records, we’re here to help you make goat science make sense one study at a time. (Be patient while we move our podcasts to a new server. Previous episodes will post within a week or two!)

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Bolstering Your Herd's Health: Unpacking the Power of Zinc Methionine for Dairy Goats

Hoofnotes

34 minutes 43 seconds

4 months ago

Bolstering Your Herd's Health: Unpacking the Power of Zinc Methionine for Dairy Goats

What if one small trace mineral could make a big difference in your dairy goats’ milk quality and udder health? In this episode, we dive into the research on zinc methionine, an organic form of zinc that’s been shown to improve protein use, reduce stress responses, and potentially help prevent mastitis in dairy goats.

We’ll explore how zinc works to boost your goats’ natural defenses. Whether you’re managing a backyard herd or running a micro-dairy, this episode offers practical insight into how a simple supplement could improve productivity and peace of mind.

Visit Companion Blog for this Episode: https://goathousefarm.com/zinc-methionine-dairy-goats/

Article for this episode:

Salama, A. A., Caja, G., Albanell, E., Such, X., Casals, R., & Plaixats, J. (2003). Effects of dietary supplements of zinc-methionine on milk production, udder health and zinc metabolism in dairy goats. Journal of Dairy Research, 70(1), 9–17. https://doi.org/10.1017/S0022029902005966

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