Animal nutrition
2026 Seasonal Update
An article by Top Country Livestock nutritionist, Sophie O’Connor SEASONAL UPDATE – FEBRUARY 2026 With seasonal conditions varying across Queensland, Top Country have a range of drylick, pasture rations and full grain options to support your livestock regardless of your current conditions. HAD GOOD RAIN? For those lucky enough to receive some rain, you’ll already…
Read MoreProbiotics – Not just for healthy people!
An article by Top Country Animal nutritionist, Katie Fairfax PROBIOTICS – NOT JUST FOR HEALTHY PEOPLE! Probiotics are usually associated with human health and wellbeing however recent research, trials and producer feedback has led to an increasing number of livestock producers incorporating probiotics in their feeding regime to improve production… with very positive results! How…
Read MoreLook after your horse with the Top Country Horse Lick range.
Photo by Sam Cullin An article by Top Country Animal nutritionist, Nicholas Loughnan. HORSE LICK RANGE Top Country produces a wide range of high-quality horse supplements. These rations can help prevent hypoparathyroidism (big head) through specialised calcium inclusions or supplement protein when your working horses need an extra kick during the winter. We can help…
Read MoreBull Sale Season Preparation: Feeding and Management Guide
Author, Aleacea Nixon pictured with one of her favourite Herefords. Bull Sale Season Preparation: Feeding and Management Guide An article by Top Country Animal Nutritionist, Aleacea Nixon With bull sale season quickly approaching, preparation is well underway. Whether preparing bulls for shows or sales, the feeding strategies are often similar—ranging from intensive grain-based feeding…
Read MorePimelea – What are your options?
Pimelea Image credit – Bushdust and Mulga Photography An article by Top Country Animal nutritionist, Nicholas Loughnan. With good rain falling in the last few weeks of Autumn, the predicted drop in temperature in the coming weeks means conditions are ideal for the growth of Pimelea through the Winter. What is Pimelea? Pimelea is a…
Read MoreImportance of Targeted Pig Nutrition
5 Key Stages of Pig Production Pig nutrition plays a crucial role in their overall health and performance, whether in your backyard or part of a commercial operation. Pig production can be broken down into 5 key physiological stages. Importance of Targeted Pig Nutrition Providing adequate and targeted nutrition during each stage helps to maximise…
Read MoreNovel Feed Additives – Garlic for Fly Prevention
Summer is well and truly underway, bringing with it an exponential increase in the biting insect population. External parasites are an ongoing issue for livestock and humans alike, with recent rainfall events having provided the perfect breeding ground for mozzies, and continued warm, humid weather favouring both buffalo and nuisance flies. It is well documented…
Read MoreTop Country Seasonal Update – Keep in Front of the Changing Season
The average rainfall for Queensland throughout the month of October was 83.6% below the 1961-1990 average, the lowest recorded since 2006 (Bureau of Meteorology, 2023). Unseasonal rainfall in July in Queensland alleviated some pressures for Northern Australia, however it was not enough to improve sub-soil moisture reserves, which are at below average. (Department of Agriculture,…
Read MoreGoats will eat just about anything, right?
Goats are known for their ability to survive in harsh environments and access a wide range of forages, from shrubs and tree leaves to grass pastures. However, the phrase “goats will eat just about anything” is a common misconception.. In fact, without proper nutrition, some goat herds can suffer from inadequate nutrition and mineral deficiencies,…
Read MoreTake it with a Grain of Salt
Did you know that salt is comprised of 40% Sodium and 60% Chloride? Supplementing salt to livestock is economical and time efficient, with animals consuming salt, based on nutritional demand. Salt (NaCl) is an essential element in many plants and in the diet of all animal species. Livestock are often fed salt either in saltlicks,…
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