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What is the most important factor that determines animal performance and profitability?
What is the most important factor that determines animal performance and profitability?
Why is overfeeding considered wasteful and costly?
Why is overfeeding considered wasteful and costly?
What percentage of livestock feed do natural pastures usually provide?
What percentage of livestock feed do natural pastures usually provide?
In what season is natural pasture of good quality?
In what season is natural pasture of good quality?
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Which management practice in pasture ensures continuous supply of grasses and legumes to livestock?
Which management practice in pasture ensures continuous supply of grasses and legumes to livestock?
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Study Notes
Factors Affecting Animal Performance and Profitability
- Nutrition is the most important factor that determines animal performance and profitability.
Efficient Feeding Practices
- Overfeeding is considered wasteful and costly.
Natural Pastures
- Natural pastures usually provide 50-70% of livestock feed.
- Natural pasture is of good quality during the growing season.
Pasture Management
- Rotational grazing is a management practice that ensures a continuous supply of grasses and legumes to livestock.
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Test your knowledge on the science of feed preparation and feeding in animal nutrition. Learn about the importance of proper feed management for animal performance and profitability.
