Right Now® Minerals

Right Now^® Emerald mineral supplement: Because the grass is growing, right now

Highly focused and cost-effective, Right Now^® Emerald mineral supplement complements the high nutrient value of green, growing forage. Calving and breeding cows have unique nutritional requirements that may not be available in early-growth pastures.

Right Now^® Emerald mineral supplement supplies just the right amount of minerals likely to be deficient in the first stages of spring. Right Now^® Emerald should be offered when pastures begin to green up in spring, or prior to spring green up if you are feeding good-quality hay. The timing varies slightly for each region and may be up to a month later at higher elevations in those regions. Consult with a Cargill representative or dealer to find out the best time to feed Right Now^® Emerald mineral supplement.

Northern United States: April or May

Southern United States: February or March

Central United States: March or April

Right Now^® Bronze mineral supplement: Because the grass is growing, right now

As forage matures, levels of phosphorus, copper and most other minerals decrease. Intake declines as well, making a supplement with high nutrient density essential as pastures mature and become dormant. The high nutrient density of Right Now^® Bronze mineral supplement helps provide the right fortification for beef cattle during the late lactation and dry periods. For fall calves, Right Now^® Bronze supplement also delivers excellent mineral nutrition before calving, helping to improve immune status and the overall health of cows and calves.

Feed Right Now^® Bronze mineral supplement in mid to late summer when forage matures and changes in color. The timing varies slightly for each region and may be up to a month later at higher elevations in those regions. Moisture conditions should also be considered. Consult with a Cargill consultant or dealer to find out the best time to feed Right Now^® Bronze mineral supplement.

Northern United States: August or September

Southern United States: June or July

Central United States: July or August

Right Now^® Gold mineral supplement: Because the grass has risks, too

Grass tetany, the result of magnesium deficiency, is a danger for lactating cows grazing on pasture. It’s also an issue for cattle feeding on wheat, oats or ryegrass, and cattle feeding on pastures fertilized with high nitrogen levels. Right Now^® Gold mineral supplement contains the right levels of magnesium and calcium for optimum energy utilization and to help sustain healthy iron levels.

In the southern and central United States, Right Now^® Gold mineral supplement can be offered during winter (for winter annual pastures) and in early spring. The timing varies slightly for each region and may be up to a month later at higher elevations in those regions. Consult with a Cargill consultant or dealer to find out the best time to feed Right Now^® Gold mineral supplement.

Southern United States: November to March

Central United States: December or April

Right Now^® Onyx mineral supplement: Because some cattle have more needs

Right Now^® Onyx mineral supplement can help optimize herd performance when your cattle are in challenging or stressful situations. The trace minerals in Right Now^® Onyx are readily absorbed into the bloodstream and help fortify animals with a complex blend of organic zinc, manganese and copper.

Right Now^® Onyx mineral supplement can be added to the feed mix at any time of year or offered as a free choice. The formula helps provide a necessary nutritional supplement for:

• Stressed calves
• Cows in artificial insemination and embryo transfer programs
• Developing replacements and first-calf heifers
• High-value cattle
• Cattle suffering mineral deficiencies resulting from antagonism