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by bhls
Wed Aug 08, 2018 10:20 am
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: Adding More Middle
Replies: 2
Views: 3304

Re: Adding More Middle

Essential Feeds Wide Open at 1-2 lbs per day. An original bulk type product that is extremely palatable and will promote normal weight gain while adding center body shape.
by bhls
Sun Aug 05, 2018 9:07 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: filling/gaining ???
Replies: 1
Views: 2243

Re: filling/gaining ???

Essential Feeds Wide Open is a tremendous bulk-type fiber product that specifically promotes center body development without sacrificing any gain; it actually promotes normal weight gain when added to a ration. Essential Feeds X-Pando is another pelleted product that directly targets the lower rib a...
by bhls
Tue Jul 17, 2018 10:59 am
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: Double dip
Replies: 1
Views: 2492

Re: Double dip

It will help boost Appetite for sure. Can either sprinkle on top of feed or can mix with water to make something that would resemble melted vanilla ice cream - then use that as the liquid to slop feed. Hogs will eat it right up!
by bhls
Sun Jul 08, 2018 12:37 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: Getting a gilt to gain weight?
Replies: 5
Views: 3815

Re: Getting a gilt to gain weight?

I'd remove the "extras" and focus on base feed consumption if weight gain is your primary goal, versus changing a certain part of the pig's phenotype. Essential Feeds offers two products that promote increased feed consumption. Belly Buffer is a probiotic yeast-based product that promotes ...
by bhls
Mon Jun 25, 2018 6:05 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: overweight advice
Replies: 7
Views: 5499

Re: overweight advice

If you have a weigh back to manage at the show (or for that matter, even if you don’t), I would suggest using the Essential Keep ‘n On electrolyte once you weigh in until you show. You’ll need 4 bottles. Provide one 48-72 hours out, one 24 hours out, one the morning of show and one 20-30 minutes bef...
by bhls
Sun Jun 24, 2018 2:28 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: Gut bomb vs essentials grenade and other products
Replies: 1
Views: 3687

Re: Gut bomb vs essentials grenade and other products

I do know that Grenade was formulated by Essential’s nutritional consultants with the idea of making a product that could add center and lower rib / body expansion along with increased cover. Start feeding at rate of 1/2 - 1 lb per day and slowly work up to desired level of fill / body.
by bhls
Sun Jun 24, 2018 2:26 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: Really light weight pigs
Replies: 3
Views: 2383

Re: Really light weight pigs

Would recommend a lower protein (16-17), somewhat higher energy feed (5-6), slopped 2-3 times per day. All they will clean up. Definitely do not leave in front a self feeder - what they don’t eat of the slop after 15-20 min, clean out so they are hungry for the next feeding. Have to train them to wa...
by bhls
Fri Jun 22, 2018 10:53 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: Revive VS Keep N On
Replies: 2
Views: 3784

Re: Revive VS Keep N On

Sorry such a late response on this post. 2 different products that accomplish 2 different goals. Revive is a true powerful electrolyte which hydrates muscle, therefore increasing top shape and expression. Also great to keep pigs hydrated during times of stress or limited intake. Keep n On contains a...
by bhls
Thu Jun 14, 2018 9:56 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: Electrolytes & Joint supplements
Replies: 2
Views: 5293

Re: Electrolytes & Joint supplements

I would recommend that all pigs who are suspect on feet and leg structure and/ or being fed Paylean be provided with a daily joint supplement (on a routine basis). Essential Equex or Stroll’n are both great options for this. Electrolytes should be used just prior to a show and at the show. An electr...
by bhls
Tue Jun 12, 2018 8:19 am
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: Wrinkles
Replies: 3
Views: 4210

Re: Wrinkles

Essential Uni4m is a fat supplement which will help to minimize the wrinkles / rough look. 2-4 oz. per day will help to "fill in the cracks" and smooth the ham loin junction up as much as possible.
by bhls
Tue Jun 12, 2018 7:59 am
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: Supplement Help
Replies: 5
Views: 4768

Re: Supplement Help

A few weeks on 4 oz. of Essential Soft Silk per day can do wonders for your project! A cherry flavored liquid fat that will soften her up and increase her bloom.

Can also lower protein level in her base feed and make sure feed has plenty of fat.

http://www.essentialshowfeeds.com/essential_soft_silk
by bhls
Tue Jun 12, 2018 7:56 am
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: trimming front ends
Replies: 5
Views: 4197

Re: trimming front ends

Essential Feeds Time 2 Tune! Sculpts, burns and shapes all over without taking away mass. Start with 1/4 to 1/2 lb. per day and work towards 1 lb. per day after a couple weeks.

http://www.essentialshowfeeds.com/Essential_Time2Tune
by bhls
Mon Apr 30, 2018 1:40 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: what can I do to Loosen my gilt up in her hip.
Replies: 2
Views: 3030

Re: what can I do to Loosen my gilt up in her hip.

It would be worth purchasing a container of Pos-a-trac from Essential Feeds and giving that a try. It is a product which promotes optimal bone and muscle development and prevents osteochondrosis, which is often the cause of tight or restricted movement. Basically, it will promote the loosening and c...
by bhls
Sat Apr 14, 2018 12:21 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: Joint health products
Replies: 6
Views: 4902

Re: Joint health products

Essential Feeds Stroll'n. Targets joints, feet and promotes ideal muscle to skeletal development.
by bhls
Sat Apr 14, 2018 12:19 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: Suggestions/Questions holding, rib expansion
Replies: 3
Views: 3528

Re: Suggestions/Questions holding, rib expansion

Rib & Body - Essential Grenade or Wide Open
Holding - Essential Cruise Control
Joint Health - Essential Equex or Stroll'n