Animal Care

When we developed Biolink Optigut, our focus was on getting the most out of the animals that had the opportunity to gain optimal nutrition from all sources. At the recent Australian Barrel Horse Australia finals in Tamworth, we had the pleasure of meeting Sara Eagle and...

When managing an intensive farming system, keeping your animals healthy is not the right thing to do. It also ensures your farm’s productivity and profitability. A recent CSIRO article highlighted the financial benefits of good animal welfare practices on farms, including: reduced mortality improved animal health enhanced product quality increased...

When it comes to maintaining optimal health and performance for your horse, understanding the role of probiotics can be a game-changer. At the forefront of equine digestive health is Opti-Gut for Horses, an affordable probiotic that supports gut balance and overall well-being. With so much...

Whether you own a working dog on your farm or a much-pampered pooch, we want to keep our furry friends healthy and happy. We do our best to ensure their well-being from regular walks to belly rubs. But have you ever considered the importance of gut...

The results from our latest probiotic cattle field trial are in. Biolink™ Opti-Gut probiotic formula improves feed efficiency, where a lower quantity of feed is needed for a measurable increase in animal weight. Many other research and field studies have proven the benefits of dietary probiotics...

Lynda Field loves horses. Lynda is an accomplished horse rider with 30 years of experience competing and winning awards in various national and state events. This includes winning The Tack Room/Never Late Freight 2023 Super Series championship on her 10-year-old Australian Stock Horse Calypso. Lynda and...

Maintaining optimal gut health is crucial for the well-being of horses, as their digestive system plays a pivotal role in nutrient absorption, energy production, and immune function. A key component of gut health is the intricate balance of microorganisms living within the digestive tract. This is...

In this article, we explore how probiotics can help Australian chicken and egg producers maintain sustainable, profitable businesses while they care for their chickens' welfare. Australians love their chooks! Around 70% of Australian households enjoy a chicken meal at least twice weekly.1 As well as being easy...

Anneke Sterk of Happenstance Morgans stud in South Australia has owned horses most of her life. “I’m not super competitive. I really have them for the enjoyment and companionship,” she explained. Around 6 years ago, Anneke fell in love with a Gypsy Cob, Watermark Sharpshooter, when...

With around 15% of the world’s total greenhouse gas emissions coming from livestock, there’s no doubt this is a huge problem. In Australia, emissions from ruminant livestock production are close to 10% of the entire country’s emissions. 1 While many farmers are concerned about reducing methane...