Dairy cattle nutrition: Eneray, Protein, Mineral and vitamin requirements for maintenance and production

Lofgreen, G

Dairy cattle nutrition: Eneray, Protein, Mineral and vitamin requirements for maintenance and production

Author

G. P. Lofgreen

Author Affiliations

G. P. Lofgreen is Instructor in Animal Husbandry and Junior Animal Husbandman in the Experiment Station, Davis.

Publication Information

Hilgardia 3(6):8-12. DOI:10.3733/ca.v003n06p8. June 1949.

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Abstract

All problems in dairy cattle nutrition can not be solved merely by furnishing the proper nutrients in the proper amounts. Other factors such as palatability, suitability, and economy must always be considered.

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