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Characterization of rumen and hindgut development from pre- to post-weaning in Holstein dairy calves
DownloadFall 2020
In the dairy industry, the development of heifer calves is of high importance as it impacts health, future productivity and farm profitability. Nutrition is one aspect of heifer management that plays a key role in calf development and health. Therefore, the first study (Chapters 2 and 3)...
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Effects of Ruminal Short-chain Fatty Acids and pH on Gastrointestinal Development of Dairy Calves
DownloadFall 2024
Paez Martins Narciso, Matheus Henrique
While the importance of pH and short-chain fatty acids (SCFA) on rumen development in calves is well-known, their impact on the small and large intestines are unclear. This study investigated the effects of ruminal SCFA concentrations ([SCFA]) and pH on performance and hindgut fermentation and...