MISTRAL APPLICATION GUIDELINES FOR
DAIRY
Mistral can be used in dairy facilities in a variety of ways to control moisture, therefore reducing the incidence of pathogenic bacteria, mold and fungi. In addition, the essential oils in Mistral will serve as a fly repellent. Mistral is an effective and cost efficient way to improve your bottom line.
APPLICATION AMOUNTS
1 cup = approx 8 oz or ½ lb
2 cups = approx 16 oz or 1 lb
The moisture adsorption* ability of Mistral will be dependent on the humidity level in the facility. If the atmospheric humidity is higher than the humidity within the product, then Mistral will adsorb the moisture from the air and surfaces. If the atmospheric humidity is lower than the humidity within the Mistral, then the water will be re-released by the product into the air.
This adsorption and release of moisture by Mistral allows the product to be used repeatedly, because there is no chemical change when the Mistral adsorbs the moisture. Other products do not have this characteristic and will chemically change when applied, making their use limited. With the unique ability to be recycled, Mistral will continue to work, adsorbing moisture until the next application.
Ammonia and urea can be adsorbed until the saturation point is reached. These molecules are not released and readsorbed, as the moisture is, and are firmly held by the Mistral permanently. For further technical information, please return to the HOME PAGE and click on “Technical Information on Absorbent in Mistral”
Mistral has a distinctive smell that is a result of the dry oils used in the product. When Mistral is used at birth, the aroma is imprinted onto the calves. Therefore, the use of the product when introducing the animals to new surroundings during mixing or moving helps to reduce stress because the aroma of the new surrounds is similar to the aroma of the previous housing. In addition, with the reduction in stress, fighting is also reduced and the acceptance of new feeds is increased.
*To more clearly understand how the clays remove ammonia, urea and moisture, the terms absorb and adsorb should be defined. Absorption is when a substance is diffused into a liquid or solid to form a different solution. An example of this is when sugar is absorbed into your coffee. Adsorption occurs when a gas or liquid is added to the surface of a solid or liquid forming a film. In general, clays adsorb urea, ammonia and moisture.
Mistral Application
Dairy
The specific amount of product needed will depend on existing environmental conditions, therefore amounts are listed as a range.
Environmental conditions affecting the amount of product needed include: Moisture level in bedding, humidity, temperature, urine and manure production and removal
Free stalls and tie stalls
Evenly distribute on back third of stall
Best results if applied directly after milking, while teat canal is still open
1/2 cup of powder daily
OR
1 to 2 cups 2 to 3 times per week
Calf hutches and pens
Spread on floor of hutch or individual pen concentrating on wettest areas
1 cup of powder daily
OR
2 cups 2 to 3 times per week
Footbaths
Spread to a depth of 2 to 3 inches into footbath pan
Can also be applied directly to heels by hand
Maternity Pens
1 to 2 cups of powder daily
(12’ x 12’ pen)
OR
2 to 4 cups 2 to 3 times per week
1 cup of Mistral = approximately 8 oz