Axiota Animal Health Discusses Cattle Mineral Needs at CattleCon

Veterinarian shares insights on keeping beef and dairy herds healthy and productive.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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During the CattleCon 2026 industry event in Nashville, Tennessee, a reporter spoke with Craig Louder, a Technical Service Veterinarian for Axiota Animal Health, about the company's work helping beef and dairy cattle maintain good health, productivity, and resilience through mineral supplementation and other solutions.

Why it matters

Proper mineral nutrition is critical for cattle health and performance, impacting everything from immune function to reproduction. As a leading animal health company, Axiota's insights can help producers optimize their herds' mineral intake for improved outcomes.

The details

Axiota Animal Health provides a range of mineral and vitamin supplements, as well as other products, to support the health and productivity of beef and dairy cattle. The company works closely with veterinarians like Craig Louder to develop science-based solutions for common mineral deficiencies and imbalances that can undermine cattle wellbeing.

  • CattleCon 2026 took place in Nashville, Tennessee in February 2026.

The players

Axiota Animal Health

A leading provider of animal health products and solutions, including mineral and vitamin supplements for beef and dairy cattle.

Craig Louder

A Technical Service Veterinarian for Axiota Animal Health who specializes in cattle nutrition and herd health.

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What they’re saying

“Proper mineral nutrition is critical for cattle health and performance, impacting everything from immune function to reproduction.”

— Craig Louder, Technical Service Veterinarian

The takeaway

As cattle producers look to optimize the health and productivity of their herds, partnering with animal health companies like Axiota that specialize in science-based mineral and nutritional solutions can be a valuable strategy.