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Maintaining a Clean Water Trough for Cattle

Maintaining a Clean Water Trough for Cattle

By Jeremy Kichler

Martin Wunderly, Raymond Fitzpatrick, Robyn Stewart, Shanna Reynolds, and Pedro Fontes –

Good quality water is essential for adequate animal performance and cattle need between 8 to 20 gallons of water per day, depending on size, diet, status, and weather. As we get into the warmest months of the year, having an adequate water supply for our herds is paramount. This short article goes over important considerations for beef cattle water management. 

Source : uga.edu

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