Last updated on October 19th, 2023 at 02:01 pm
Mike Bolinger of 3D Ranch in Akron, Colorado gives his feedback on Riomax.
Herd Details
- Cow/calf operation
Fast Facts
- Increased weaning weights
- Ran a separate test on 30 cows on Rio® and had 100% breed-back
- Has only ever doctored 1 calf per year from a 500-800hd herd since being on the tubs
- Calf weight gains were 50-70lbs more on the tubs compared to the calves that were not on the tubs during a very wet season (both sets of calves were on the same grass)
- Framier and healthier calves are more appealing to buyers
After hearing from a good friend of his about the minerals Riomax® offered, Mike thought he'd give the tubs a shot. After running a test on half his herd, the cattle on Riomax® came in at an average 53lbs heavier than the half that did not have access to the tubs. Mike continued experimenting with the tubs and has seen major increases in breed-up and healthier calves. Watch to hear more about Mike's take on all the different ways the tubs have helped out his operation!
Open cows, pounds you don't wean, sickness, or forage that goes out the back end don't make you money, do they?
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10 - 40 LBS. INCREASE IN WEANING WEIGHTS
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“We only fed hay for 16 days last winter – they were very content.“
Arno Doerksen
Gem, AB
“Went from 40 acres/cow in this drought to 30 acres/cow – that’s $70/cow/year!“
Raymond Rivale
Des Moines, NM
“Compared to average of 450-500 lb in this country, we wean 600-650 lb calves.“
Carter Williams
Willcox, AZ
“I wouldn’t be using it if it didn’t pay for itself. I’m a cheapskate by nature.“
Kim Siebert
Henderson, NE
“The proof is in the pudding – conception rates, feed utilization.“
Tom Schnabel
Eureka, SD
“Main thing is stretching poor quality feeds – cattle are always content.“
Dustin Heitkamp
Wyndmere, ND
“We’ve been feeding Riomax® for 4 years now – we’ll continue – it pays for itself.“
Tom Perkins
McIntosh, NM
“The cost gets offset with better conception rates, less hay costs.“
Alan Ista
Hulett, WY
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CONNECT WITH US FOR A LISTENING SESSION
Help us understand your ranch, the challenges you face, and the needs of your herd.
FIND THE RIGHT NUTRITION PROGRAM
Every ranch is different. Get tub that makes the most sense for your ranch. Shipped direct or through our dealer network.
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