ruminants

Feed has the potential to influence up to 80% of a farm’s carbon footprint. Photo: Koos Groenewold

14-09 | Article

Reducing ruminants’ environmental footprint

Researchers set out to determine if the amla fruit, or Indian gooseberries, can be used as an alternative natural feed source in lactating dairy cows. Photo: sarangib

02-12-2021 | News

Amla fruit a potential feed source for dairy cows

Black and white cows in grass field. Two cows look in to camera. One cow graze.; Shutterstock ID 285596687; PO: AAF006

17-11-2021 | Article

Mycotoxins: An emerging risk to ruminants

Besides good management and a well-balanced diet, one of the best ways to reduce feed costs and improve the feed efficiency of feedlot cattle is using phytogenic feed additives. Photo: Ruud Ploeg

25-10-2021 | Article

Phytogenics improve the energy efficiency of ruminants

The rate of Vitamin B synthesis is influenced by several factors. It is therefore important to consider these factors when planning a feeding programme. Photo: Shutterstock

03-05-2021 | Article

Factors affecting vitamin B synthesis in the rumen

Photo: Ruben Keestra

07-12-2020 | Article

Understanding the function of the ruminal microbiome