Virbac Australia, a leading animal health company, has launched Multimin Chrome, the first injectable trace mineral supplement with chromium for cattle. This innovative product is designed to support cattle health, reduce stress, and enhance nutrient utilization. Scientific trials show it can significantly lower disease incidence and mortality rates, making it a breakthrough in livestock nutrition.
Virbac Australia, a leading animal health company, has launched Multimin Chrome, the first injectable trace mineral supplement to include chromium. This breakthrough product is designed for both beef and dairy cattle, offering a scientifically proven way to enhance livestock health and performance.
Multimin Chrome is formulated with five essential trace minerals—copper, selenium, zinc, manganese, and chromium. It aims to support young, growing cattle during critical stages of their productive life, reducing stress and improving nutrient utilization. According to Virbac Australia, scientific trials have shown up to a 60% reduction in disease incidence and a 58% decrease in mortality rates among calves using this supplement.
Addressing Stress and Nutrient Absorption
Virbac Australia’s Technical Services Manager for Livestock, Paula Gonzalez-Rivas, highlighted the importance of strategic trace mineral supplementation, particularly during stressful periods such as weaning.
“Weaning is one of the most stressful periods in the life of young cattle,” Gonzalez-Rivas said. “Multimin Chrome boosts essential trace mineral levels, helping young cattle maintain health and performance while reducing disease risks and mortality rates.”
She also emphasized the role of chromium in enhancing the well-known benefits of the original Multimin formulation. “Chromium supplementation can alleviate the adverse effects of stress and improve nutrient utilization, ensuring resilient, healthy, and productive herds even under high metabolic demands,” she added.
Whole-Herd Health Approach
Colin Trengove, a whole-of-farm nutrition expert and consultant at Pro Ag, stressed the importance of considering the entire herd when implementing trace mineral supplementation. “Including minerals like chromium can contribute significantly to overall herd health, ensuring better productivity and sustainability,” he said.
With the launch of Multimin Chrome, Virbac Australia is reinforcing its commitment to improving cattle health and farm productivity. This innovative supplement provides farmers with an effective tool to optimize livestock well-being, performance, and long-term profitability.
