The Dry Period Is Not Rest. It Is Preparation.

Although the dry period may appear to be a time of rest for cows, they are biologically in an intensely active preparation phase. Colostrum synthesis, the reorganisation of calcium metabolism, the preparation of the immune system for activation, and the formation of the newborn calf's first sources of immunity all take place during this period. Mineral and vitamin deficiencies at this stage affect the future of both the cow and the calf.

Bovimate Dry meets all the essential needs of your cow during this critical period from a single product.

Rumen Foundation — Acid Buf, Vistacell, and Magnesium Oxide

Acid Buf's DCAD-neutral formulation can be used safely in dry period rations — it does not conflict with Soymin® anionic feeding programmes; it complements them. Its sustained pH buffering of more than eight hours contributes to rumen health throughout the dry period. Vistacell's live yeast support maintains microbial balance and fibre digestion, while Magnesium Oxide — particularly important during the dry period — supports muscle and nerve function and rumen motility.

Vitamin D3 — Preparation Against Hypocalcaemia

At calving, the cow's calcium demand increases dramatically with the onset of colostrum production. Vitamin D3 plays a critical role in the synthesis of 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D, which is required for active calcium absorption. Adequate D3 supplementation during the dry period supports smooth calcium mobilisation at calving and reduces the risk of hypocalcaemia.

Vitamin E + Selenium — Colostrum Quality and Periparturient Immunity

The synergistic antioxidant effect of Vitamin E and selenium is the most critical immune support of the dry period. Pavlata et al. (2018) demonstrated that combined Se + Vitamin E supplementation significantly reduced the risk of mastitis after calving and increased colostrum IgG concentration — protection that passes from the cow to the calf through colostrum.

Vitamin A — Colostrum and Epithelial Integrity

Vitamin A is indispensable for colostrum quality and the passive immunity acquisition of the newborn calf. It also strengthens the physical barrier against transition period infections such as mastitis and metritis by maintaining epithelial integrity.

Chelated Organic Minerals and Trace Elements

As feed intake decreases during the dry period, mineral absorption also declines. Chelated organic zinc and iron are particularly important at this stage due to their superior bioavailability. Cobalt is required by rumen microorganisms for Vitamin B12 synthesis; iodine is essential for thyroid function and calf vitality; copper supports immunity and enzyme activation; biotin maintains hoof integrity.

Nutrisorb — Mycotoxin Protection During the Dry Period

High silage inclusion in dry period rations increases mycotoxin risk. Nutrisorb's five-mechanism mycotoxin protection system manages six mycotoxin families in the background — ensuring the cow's immune system arrives at calving free from this additional burden.

To support your dry cow's mineral and vitamin needs and build a healthy foundation for the next lactation, use Bovimate Dry.