Deck 11 Flashcards
For optimum development of rumen papillae in calves is recommended to use forage
from 3 months of age
Main energy source of ruminants
VFA
Carbs break down into
VFA
Acetic acid is derivate from
cellulose
Diet rich in concentrate cause
rise in propionic acid and decrease in acetic acid
Amount of water consumed by growing calf
17-34 (presume litres)
Amount of water consumed from lactating cow
38-95
Amount of water consumed by fattening cattle (b.w. 500-600)
50
Which VFA are used for milk synthesis in mammary gland?
acetic acid and butyric acid
What characterises forage type of diet?
0-30% concentrate, longer time for rumination, 6.4 - 6.8 pH, slower VFA absorption, higher production of acetic acid