Lactic Acid Doesn’t Stand a Chance.
Lactipro® is a rumen-native probiotic consisting of a live, stable and naturally occurring proprietary strain
of Megasphaera elsdenii (Mega e®) — a superior lactic acid utilizer. Lactipro helps cattle producers support
healthy rumen pH through all phases of cattle development.
Weaning and receiving calves
Get calves off to a healthy start by populating the rumen with Mega e — weeks before
they develop effective populations on their own. Lactipro provides a viable population
of this superior lactic acid-utilizing bacteria directly to the rumen to help calves adapt to
grain-based diets faster.
Cows
Grazing corn stalks is an effective way for beef producers to extend the grazing season
and decrease reliance on other feed resources. The amount of grain left in the field is
determined by plant variety, harvest efficiency and weather damage. Cattle are selective
grazers and consume corn first, which can lead to grain overload and digestive problems.
Utilizing Lactipro prior to turn-out provides peace of mind that cows’ rumens can adapt
to graze crop residue.
Developing bulls
Seedstock producers invest significant time and money in developing young bulls for
breeding season or sale. Higher energy diets help bulls reach the target body condition
score and optimize the bull’s genetic potential for performance and growth. However, as
bulls adapt to higher grain diets, digestive upsets can occur that impact rumen health and
hoof quality (founder). Lactipro populates the rumen with Mega e to help bulls adapt to
higher energy development diets.
Hospital use
Sick cattle often do not eat well, causing disruptions in rumen microbial populations
including Mega e. When cattle feel better, they may overeat. This can cause an increase
in lactic acid, reduction in rumen pH and digestive stress. Lactipro helps hospital cattle
manage this digestive stress.
Other scenarios in sick cattle may present opportunities for Lactipro use. For example, symptoms of BRD and
acidosis are similar, but If cattle don’t need additional treatment for BRD, Lactipro may be used to populate
the rumen with Mega e.
