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Zinpro Performance Minerals

By Zinpro Corporation

Last reviewed: February 2026

Patented organic trace minerals (zinc, manganese, copper, cobalt amino acid complexes) with extensive research in dairy hoof health and immunity.

Patented organic trace minerals from Zinpro featuring Availa and Zinpro Performance Minerals product lines for improved hoof health, immunity, and reproduction in dairy cattle.

Key Features

  • Availa-4: Combined zinc, manganese, copper, and cobalt amino acid complexes in one product
  • Availa-Zn (Zinc Methionine): Patented zinc amino acid complex for hoof integrity and immune function
  • Higher Bioavailability: Organic form absorbed more efficiently than inorganic minerals (oxides, sulfates)
  • Hoof Health Research: Extensive published research demonstrating lameness reduction
  • Immune Function Support: Research-backed improvement in immune response and disease resistance

Advanced Features

  • Zinpro ProPath: Nutritional management program for hoof health optimization
  • Zinpro BluePrint: Trace mineral nutrition program design tool for nutritionists

Ideal For

Farm Types: Commercial dairies, Herds with lameness challenges, High-producing herds needing optimized mineral nutrition

Competitive Advantages

What sets Zinpro Performance Minerals apart from alternatives:

  • Pioneer and market leader in organic trace minerals for livestock
  • Strongest research base in dairy hoof health of any mineral company
  • Patented amino acid complex technology with proven higher bioavailability
  • Zinpro ProPath and BluePrint programs support implementation

Pricing Information

Here is the pricing information for Zinpro Performance Minerals:

Zinpro Performance Minerals are premium-priced vs. inorganic mineral sources. Typical cost is $0.05-0.15 per cow per day depending on inclusion levels. ROI is demonstrated through lameness reduction. Contact Zinpro or your premix supplier.

Pricing Model: Per kilogram, included in mineral premix cost

Pros & Considerations

Advantages:
  • Strongest hoof health research in the trace mineral industry
  • Patented organic technology with proven bioavailability
  • ProPath program for implementation support
  • Global presence in 70+ countries
Considerations:
  • Premium price vs. inorganic mineral sources
  • ROI requires 2-4 months to become visible in hoof health
  • Some nutritionists prefer blended organic/inorganic programs for cost management

Implementation & Setup

How to implement Zinpro Performance Minerals on your dairy operation:

Implementation Timeline: Immediate, included in mineral premix

Training & Support

Training and support options available for Zinpro Performance Minerals:

Support Channels:

    Evaluation Questions

    Key questions to consider when evaluating Zinpro Performance Minerals:

    1. What is your herd's current lameness prevalence and primary lesion types?
    2. Are you currently using organic or inorganic trace mineral sources?
    3. What is your total trace mineral budget per cow per day?
    4. Has your nutritionist evaluated Zinpro inclusion in your mineral premix?

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