Every season brings its own challenges and opportunities when it comes to raising healthy, productive livestock. From freezing Winters to sweltering Summers, animals have different nutritional needs throughout the year. That is why a thoughtful, adaptable organic feed strategy is essential for maintaining year-round animal nutrition and promoting animal well-being.
At Kreamer Feed, we specialize in organic livestock feed that meets the demands of each season. As a family-owned and operated business founded in 1947, we have built a legacy on transparency, community relationships, and trusted quality. Our seasonal feeding recommendations are rooted in decades of hands-on experience and a deep commitment to sustainable animal nutrition.
Why Seasonal Feeding Matters
Whether you are a hobby farmer or running a larger organic operation, adjusting your feeding plan based on weather, forage availability, and energy needs can dramatically impact animal health and performance. Our seasonal feeding guide helps you stay ahead of nutritional shifts and ensure your animals thrive all year long.
Winter: Keeping Energy Up
Cold weather demands more from your animals. Maintaining body heat requires increased caloric intake, particularly from energy-rich sources. Our livestock feed blends are designed to provide the necessary fuel without compromising the organic standards you care about.
In Winter, pasture is often limited or completely unavailable, which means you are relying more heavily on stored feed. This is where quality counts. We ensure our organic livestock feed is nutrient-dense, free from synthetic additives, and full of the vitamins and minerals animals need to stay strong through the season.
For ruminants like cows and goats, supplementing with high-quality hay and a protein-balanced pellet helps prevent weight loss. For poultry, our organic feeds support egg production and immune strength through colder months.
Spring: Transition and Recovery
Spring is a season of renewal but also a time when animals may be recovering from the stress of Winter. It is essential to boost nutrient intake to support growth, lactation, and breeding readiness.
As pastures begin to green, your feed plan may shift. Gradually reintroduce fresh forage while continuing to support animals with organic livestock feed that balances fiber, protein, and minerals. Our spring formulas are designed to work in harmony with pasture improvements and pasture management goals.
Summer: Hydration and Heat Stress Support
During Summer, Summer feed adjustments are all about supporting hydration, digestion, and temperature regulation. High heat can reduce feed intake, especially in poultry and swine, making feed quality even more important.
Look for feeds that are easy to digest and high in essential electrolytes and vitamins. Our organic feed includes blends that support energy needs while reducing the metabolic heat animals produce during digestion. Combined with adequate shade and water, these feeding adjustments help minimize heat stress and maintain productivity.
Fall: Building Reserves
Fall is your window to prepare animals for Winter. As daylight shortens and temperatures drop, animals naturally begin to build energy reserves. It is the ideal time to increase feed intake and ensure your herd or flock enters the colder months in peak condition.
Our Fall feeding suggestions focus on adding healthy fats and proteins, supporting immune function, and gradually transitioning toward Winter feed practices.
Feeding With Confidence, Every Season
As a pioneer in organic poultry and livestock feed, Kreamer Feed is proud to provide farmers with reliable, seasonal solutions. Our team of experts works closely with local growers to source premium ingredients and formulate blends that meet the real-world needs of seasonal animal feeding programs.
Because we have been doing this since we were founded in 1947, our customers trust us to deliver on quality, transparency, and performance. We are more than a feed mill. We are your partner in building a better farm, one season at a time.
Your Year-Round Organic Feed Partner
Smart, seasonal feeding is key to maximizing animal health and achieving long-term farm success. Kreamer Feed is here to help you implement a strategic, year-round approach.