Q: Why are loose minerals not always ideal for goats?
A: Many loose mineral options have sweeteners added to encourage consumption, which can lead to overconsumption of certain minerals that goats don’t actually need. This can disrupt their natural balance and affect their health.
Q: Why is a mineral buffet better for my goats?
A: A mineral buffet allows goats to self-regulate by choosing exactly what they need, when they need it. This free-choice approach lets them select minerals based on their specific needs, changing with the seasons, life stages, and health conditions. Unlike loose minerals that may encourage overconsumption, a buffet system supports goats in balancing their nutrition naturally.
Q: Isn’t salt already part of the mineral buffet?
A: Yes, plain salt is already included in the buffet system. However, if the goal was simply to provide salt, goats would naturally consume it. The mineral buffet offers a variety of minerals, giving goats the opportunity to select what they need based on their individual requirements at any given time.