Tubs and blocks offer a convenient way for cattle to get the nutrition they need when forages decline in quality and are deficient in protein, energy, vitamins and minerals. Tubs are free-choice allowing cows to eat what they need when they need it.
In order to be the most effective you should put the protein tub out as soon as you think there may be a protein deficiency with your forages. This usually will occur during the late summer months as forages reach their mature stage until the end of winter.

Consumption of the tubs are self-limiting.  The combination of the ingredients and the licking motion that cattle have to use to consume it will regulate a more consistent consumption and can help prevent over-eating.

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If you have never used a protein tub before it is best to place them near a loafing area since that is where cattle naturally gather.  Once the cattle get use to having the tub you can move it around to get them to graze in other parts of the pasture that they would normally ignore.

You probably do not want to place the tubs near any surface water such as ponds, streams and rivers. Cattle like to play with the tubs by rolling them around and it could get knocked it water leaving you with nothing but to see it float away.

For more information or help selecting the best tub for your cattle, give Terry or Billy a call at 870-481-5165.  Gregg Farm Services also stocks tubs for horse, sheep and goats.