Graymont Limestone Ground 25KG

Cal Carb Supercal – Glass Rock is a medium grind carbonate with a particle size larger than Cal Carb 0 or Cal Carb 325 grind, but less than Cal Carb Poultry Grit.

High-quality calcium carbonate product primarily used in animal feed and agricultural soil amendment, but it is generally a high-quality, finely ground limestone (CaCO3) product.

Animal Feed Supplement (Poultry and Livestock)

• Primary Use: The name "Supercal" is a brand often used for feed-grade limestone in North America, particularly for poultry.

• Purpose: It is an essential, highly available source of calcium for livestock and poultry.

common and essential mineral supplement in cattle diets, particularly in the form of fine-ground calcium carbonate.

Here is a breakdown of why and how it's used for both dairy and beef cattle:

1. Essential Calcium Supplementation

• Calcium Source: High-calcium ground limestone (like Supercal) is an excellent and cost-effective source of calcium.

• Physiological Needs: Cattle require significant amounts of calcium for:

  • Bone Health: Formation and maintenance of strong bones and teeth.

  • Muscle Function: Including nerve impulse transmission and muscle contraction.

  • Lactation (Dairy Cows): Dairy cows have an extremely high demand for calcium to produce milk, making supplementation crucial to prevent deficiencies like milk fever (hypocalcemia).

  • Growth: Essential for proper development in growing calves and heifers.

2. Digestive Buffer (Rumen Health)

• pH Regulation: Limestone acts as a buffer (antacid) in the cow's digestive system, particularly in the rumen.

• High-Concentrate Diets: It is often added to rations that are high in grain or concentrates, which can cause the rumen pH to drop too low, leading to acidosis. Ground limestone helps neutralize this excess acid, which maintains a healthy environment for the rumen microbes to properly digest feed.