Balancing feed to boost health, growth, and milk yield
This guide explains how to choose and prepare fodder for farm animals, focusing on how nutrients like nitrogen, fat, and minerals affect performance. It presents practical findings from analyses of common feeds, silage, and green fodders, helping you make informed feeding choices across cattle, sheep, and horses.
Written for practitioners, the book combines measurement methods with real-world results. It explains how different plants, storage methods, and processing affect digestibility and nutrition, and it discusses risks and remedies for common fodder problems. The content stays grounded in the practical concerns of farmers seeking reliable, economical feeding strategies.
- How to assess feed quality and nutrient balance for different animals
- Effects of silage, green fodder, and hay on digestibility and output
- Practical notes on specific feeds like lupines, mangold leaves, and clovers
- Guidance on avoiding nutrient losses during storage and processing
Ideal for farmers, veterinarians, and students seeking a clear, evidence‑based approach to livestock nutrition.