Sunglo Liquafat™
Liquid vegetable fat blend (flax, soybean, coconut oils) for added fat cover, bloom, and lower-body condition
Always read and follow product labels for feeding and sheep safety.
Overview
Sunglo Liquafat™ is a 99% fat liquid supplement built from a blend of flax, soybean, and coconut oils, providing Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids. It is designed to soften harder-doing livestock and improve fat cover and bloom in the lower third of the body. One of the lower-cost fat supplementation options in the Sunglo line. Must be stored above 35°F to prevent solidification.
Manufacturer Specifications
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | % |
|---|---|
| Crude Fat (min) | 99.0 |
| Total Fatty Acid (min) | 90.0 |
| Unsaponifiable Matter (max) | 2.0 |
| Insoluble Impurities (max) | 1.0 |
| Moisture (max) | 0.5 |
Key Ingredients / Active Components
- Flax oil — Omega-3 fatty acids
- Soybean oil — Omega-6 fatty acids
- Coconut oil — medium-chain triglycerides
- No protein, fiber, or vitamin fraction
Official Feeding Rate
- Rate: 1–2 oz per head daily for sheep and goats, mixed into ration
- Introduction: Not specified; store above 35°F
- Species notes: Multi-species; swine 20–100 lbs/ton or 1–4 oz/day; cattle 4–8 oz/day; horses 2–8 oz/day; also used at 15–20 lbs/ton for dust control
Show Circuit Use
Sources: sunglofeeds.com/products/liqua-fat/, valleyvet.com
How Experienced Feeders Actually Use It
Liquafat is used as a budget-friendly fat source to improve lower-body condition and soften harder-doing animals. It is often stacked with Sumo for a compounded fat effect, with Sumo providing milk-based palatability and Liquafat providing the pure oil volume. Also used as a top-dress to increase palatability and shine.
Real-World Feeding Rate
- Typical rate: 1–2 oz/day for lambs mixed into feed
- Introduction timeline: Can be started early in the program; introduce gradually
Common Deviations from Label
No significant deviations noted from available sources.
Breed-Specific Notes
No breed-specific notes found.
Phase Protocols
Weeks 8–6 | Condition Building Phase
Start at 1 oz/day for harder-doing animals that need lower-body cover. Increase based on condition response.
Weeks 5–3 | Fill & Shaping Phase
Continue at 1–2 oz/day. Evaluate lower-body cover; taper if condition is sufficient.
Weeks 2–1 | Final Prep Phase
Taper or discontinue as show approaches unless animal still needs lower-body fill. Transition to Game On for the freshness role.
Stacking Protocols
Pairs well with: Sumo (compounds fat effect; Sumo provides milk-fat bloom, Liquafat provides pure oil volume). Do not over-stack fat sources — total fat intake across supplements should be monitored.
Budget Alternatives
- Soybean or corn oil (commodity) — nearly identical fat function at lower cost; lacks flax Omega-3 and coconut MCT benefits
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Pairs Well With
Direct Substitutes
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