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A comparison of in vivo and in vitro techniques for the evaluation of varying roughage-concentrate rations

Creator:

Klett, Ramon Hollis

Abstract:

The objective of this study was to compare the total collection (in vivo), nylon bag, and in vitro digestibility techniques under standardized conditions. Twin steers were used simultaneously to measure the digestibility of five rations consisting of the following ratios of alfalfa hay to steamed roller barley: 4:0 (I), 3:1...

Resource Type:

Dissertation

Full Text:

completed (Alpan, 1965; and Smith, 1963). Nylon Bag Technique In vivo digestion trials are prohibitive