The Rumen Epithelial Microbiota: Possible Gatekeepers of the Rumen Epithelium and Its Potential Contributions to Epithelial Barrier Function and Animal Health and Performance
Ruminants are characterized by their unique mode of digesting cellulose-rich plant material in their forestomach, the rumen, which is densely populated by diverse microorganisms that are crucial for the breakdown of plant material. Among ruminal microbial communities, the microorganisms in the rumen...
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Iowa State University Digital Press
2021-04-01
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| Series: | Meat and Muscle Biology |
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| Online Access: | https://www.iastatedigitalpress.com/mmb/article/id/11672/ |