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Dairy Nutrition

America's Leader in Animal Nutrition
In 1894 a young entrepreneur named William H. Danforth founded Purina Mills on the St. Louis riverfront. Perhaps he-and only he-would not have been surprised at the success of his modest venture to sell a quality feed to local customers. Today, 49 plants serve U.S. commercial livestock & poultry, horse, bird, fish, zoo & pet industries.

Dairy Mission Statement

To revolutionize our business of feeding animals by supplying America's animal owners & production systems with nutrition products, knowledge & services the exceed customers' expectations.

World's most extensive forage, ingredient & nutrient database gives you:

  • Consistent high-quality products
  • Optimum nutrient density to meet your herd's requirement
  • Optimal herd performance
  • Bottom line increases


Computer Technology:

  • e-Ration, ration balancing software uses "new" metabolizable energy system & is based on requirements of high producing cows
  • Dairy Financial Analysis & Projection Cash Flows permits evaluation of a dairy's financial condition with in-depth, detailed cash flows


Ph.D. Dairy Consultants Nationwide

Purina Mills has built a consultant team of Ph.D. nutritionists selected for their industry leading knowledge & expertise. Consultants work with Purina sales representatives to help producers achieve optimal animal performance by:

  • increasing production
  • improving efficiency
  • improving milk composition
  • improving dry cow condition
  • healthier calf programs
  • optimizing heifer growth
  • fine tune management
  • improving herd health
  • herd performance analysis
  • area veterinarians' support
  • tailored products & programs
  • evaluating records
  • evaluating herd economics
  • financial analysis


Purina Research Support

Purina's dairy customers are backed by Purina's Dairy Research Group. Purina's research objective is to deliver innovative technology, products & programs that will enhance performance & income for dairy producers. Basic and applied research includes:

  • Large Animal Metabolism (LAMU) designed specifically for ruminant research
  • Feedstuff & ingredient evaluation
  • Metabolism & digestive physiology
  • Product performance
  • Product refinement
  • New product development

For more in-depth product and nutritional information please visit our Dairy Nutrition website at http://dairy.purinamills.com.