Growth, Carcass and Meat Characteristics of Grass-Fed Lambs Weaned from Extensive Rangeland and Grazed on Permanent Pastures or Alfalfa

Growth, Carcass and Meat Characteristics of Grass-Fed Lambs Weaned from Extensive Rangeland and Grazed on Permanent Pastures or Alfalfa

Western Patagonia lamb production systems are based on extensive rangeland. The harsh climate limits the adoption of more intensive systems. Therefore, producers must focus on developing differentiated products. The aim of this study was to evaluate growth patterns, carcasses and nutritive value of...

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Main Authors: Felipe Elizalde, Christian Hepp, Camila Reyes, Marilyn Tapia, Raúl Lira, Rodrigo Morales, Francisco Sales, Adrián Catrileo, Magdalena Silva
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-12-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
fatty acids
grass-fed meat
lambs
meat quality
pastoral systems
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/11/1/52

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