[Jacob-list] Sheep feeds and mineral mixes in Michigan?

[Linda]

Thanks, Cheryl

If it's made in Ohio, she may be able to find it in Michigan.  I did locate a Blue Seal dealer in her area, so I think she'll be able to find something.

Linda
 
www.patchworkfibers.com
Registered Jacob Sheep, Angora Rabbits, Handspun Yarn

> Linda,
>
> We have access to a specific sheep mineral made by Buckeye Feeds,
> which is located in Ohio.  I'm not certain about Tractor Supply
> carrying that particular brand because I think Buckeye leans
> towards supplying locally owned farm/feed stores. I could be wrong
> there but I've never seen Buckeye in one of the "major" supply
> chains.
>
> Buckeye has a great loose mineral formulation created for sheep
> (and one for goats but they are different mixes).  We do not
> utilize block minerals because we feel it wears down teeth quickly. 
>  Most block mineral in our area has a large molasses base, which
> makes the sheep practically camp out around the block eating it to
> the ground within hours.  This doesn't take long with a ewe flock
> close to 50 still!  We feel loose mineral works best within our
> flock, especially with our older girls.
>
> Good luck in your search!
> Cheryl
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