Phosphorus supplementation of cattle.
Severe lameness in a large proportion of an Angus cattle herd was attributed to phosphorus deficiency. The diagnosis was supported by a rapid response to phosphorus supplementation of the diet. A brief review of the development and diagnosis of phosphorus deficiency is presented. Practical considerations severely limit the choice of a phosphorus supplement. Directions for the use of the supernatant of high-phosphorus fertiliser and water mixtures, as feed or stock water additive and the production of a phosphorus lick are described. Other phosphorus supplements are discussed with particular reference to the fluorine hazard.
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University of Melbourne, Bovine Medical Unit, Maffra, Victoria.
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D000821:Animal Feed; D000818:Animals; D002130:Calcium Phosphates / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002417:Cattle; D002418:Cattle Diseases / Q000097:blood / Q000178:diet therapy*; D002523:Edible Grain; D005260:Female; D005308:Fertilizers; D005458:Fluoride Poisoning / Q000150:complications; D005527:Food, Fortified; D010710:Phosphates / Q000627:therapeutic use; D010758:Phosphorus / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000172:deficiency; D014881:Water Supply
D002130:Calcium Phosphates; D005308:Fertilizers; D010710:Phosphates; D010758:Phosphorus