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Determination of a standard for physical structure requirement for Belgian Blue bulls

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    Abstract

    Based on data originating from 6 experiments with 4 treatments of varying physical structure supply in each experiment, a standard for physical structure requirement was derived for Belgian Blue bulls. The data related to the growth- and finishing period ( +/- 340 - 660 kg) of 306 double-muscled bulls. As a standard for minimal physical structure requirement 0.60/kg DM can be advised for total mixed rations, with pelleted concentrates. For non-pelleted concentrates (ground or unground) this standard can also be used, but for non-mixed rations a somewhat higher structural value should be aimed at.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationJOURNAL OF ANIMAL AND FEED SCIENCES : 10th International Symposium Ruminant Physiology
    Number of pages4
    Volume13
    Place of PublicationKopenhagen
    Publication date2004
    Pages623-626
    Publication statusPublished - 2004
    Event10th International Symposium Ruminant Physiology - Kopenhagen, Denmark
    Duration: 30-Aug-20044-Sept-2004

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