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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?
- Feed cost (correct)
- Veterinary care
- Animal genetics
- Livestock housing
Why is overfeeding considered wasteful and costly?
Why is overfeeding considered wasteful and costly?
- It leads to high feed costs (correct)
- It increases animal productivity
- It reduces feed availability in the dry season
- It decreases animal performance
What percentage of livestock feed do natural pastures usually provide?
What percentage of livestock feed do natural pastures usually provide?
- Less than 20%
- Exactly 50%
- More than 60% (correct)
- Around 40%
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.
