B.1 - The importance of cereals in animal nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
Which component are cereals primarily foraged for?
A
Starch
2
Q
What are Cereals adapted for?
A
- Grazing
- Drought Survival
- Trampling Survival
3
Q
What is the typical protein and fibre content of cereals?
A
6-12% Protein
2-12% Fibre
4
Q
Which vitamins are high in Cereals?
A
Vitamin B and E
5
Q
Which cereals are good for supplying fatty acids?
A
Oats and Maize
6
Q
Which parts of cereals are used?
A
- Fresh plants (For forage)
- Dried Grains (For forage)
- Hay (For bedding)
7
Q
Corn silage is used as…
A
A preserve forage for cows in winter
8
Q
What are the major antinutritives of cereals?
A
- Gluten
- Arabinoxylan
- Phytates
- Secalin
- Ergot bodies
