External markers for the estimation of intake by dairy cows in feedlots
Dayana Alves da Costa,
Jailton da Costa Carneiro,
Fernando César Ferraz Lopes
et al.
Abstract:The accurate determination of individual dry matter intake (DMI) is an important parameter for evaluating the nutritional value of a diet and allows for an adequate supply of food according to the nutritional requirements of each animal. When it is not possible to measure this parameter using a direct method, the DMI can be estimated based on faecal production markers and the in vitro digestibility of dry matter (IVDMD) of the diet. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of the external marker… Show more
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