Effects of Ionophores on Ruminal Function of Beef Cattle
Ionophores have been widely used in the beef and dairy industry for decades to improve feed efficiency and performance by altering ruminal fermentation dynamics, increasing the level of propionate. Ionophores can also reduce ruminal proteolysis and ammonia synthesis, thus increasing the influx of pr...
Main Authors: | Rodrigo da Silva Marques, Reinaldo Fernandes Cooke |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-09-01
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Series: | Animals |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/11/10/2871 |
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