Ruminal Protozoal Populations of Angus Steers Differing in Feed Efficiency
Feed accounts for as much as 70% of beef production costs, and improvement of the efficiency with which animals convert feed to product has the potential to have substantial financial impact on the beef industry. The rumen microbiome plays a key role in determining feed efficiency; however, previous...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-05-01
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Series: | Animals |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/11/6/1561 |