Prospects of using the mineral additive of new generation for growing young horses

The article presents data on the study of the effectiveness of the application of «Stimul +» supplement for the optimization of rations of foals for the content of mineral substances in them. Laboratory studies confirmed that the mineral supplement «Stimul +» in accordance with GOST 12.1.007.76 in terms of hazard refers to the fourth class of chemicals, according to the classification - to low-toxic compounds. In the course of scientific and economic experience it was established that the use of the mineral supplement «Stimul +» had a positive effect on the metabolism and formation of the live mass of foals.An increase in the content of hemoglobin, erythrocytes, total protein and alkaline reserve within the physiological norm indicates an increase in the intensity of metabolic processes in the animals, which affects the growth of the productivity of foals in the experimental group.Thus, the average daily gain for the period from 6 to 12 months was significantly higher relative to the control group by 13.7% (p