Equine Feedstuffs and Nutrient Costs Flashcards

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1
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Different feedstuffs supply varying levels of 5 main nutrients which are

A
Water 
Energy from carbohydrates and lipids 
Protein 
Vitamins 
Minerals
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What % are most nutrient composition or requirements presented

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100% dry matter basis

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3
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Young, immature plants are high and low in what?

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High in protein and energy

Low in fiber and lignin

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Anaerobic

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Absence of oxygen

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5
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In what conditions are silages and haylages stored

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Anaerobic conditions, normally in a silo

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Grains

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High energy source for horses

Contain 50-60% more digestible energy per pound than hay

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Oats

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The preferred grain of horse
Very palatable
Higher protein content and quality than corn
Not economical per unit of energy

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Corn

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Most popular energy source
Can be fed whole, shelled, rolled, cracked, or as ear of corn
Higher in energy and lower in protein than oats
More economical per unit of energy than oats

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Barley

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Good grain
Should be crimped or rolled before feeding
Tough hull

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Grain Sorghum

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AKA Milo
Should be ground, rolled, or crimped
The kernels are small and very hard

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Rye

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Poor palatability

Should be processed beforehand if feed

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Wheat

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High in energy and protein
Should not take up 1/2+ of the grain mix
May form a dough ball in stomach
Should be rolled, cracked, or steam-processed to flakes before eating

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