Method for achieving the same level of milk and milk component yield in ruminants fed a low crude protein diet
US5738866A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 29, 1996 |
| Grant date | Apr 14, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 29, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA23K40/35
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method is disclosed providing a more efficient and economical method of feeding ruminants a lower crude protein diet while still achieving the same level of milk and milk component yield as ruminants fed a normal crude protein diet. Specifically, the method involves feeding ruminants an animal feed supplement comprising at least one rumen protected protein in combination with a lower crude protein diet. This method provides a unique approach to feed formulation in that it allows for up to a 50% reduction in crude protein intake while maintaining the intestinal protein supply and milk component yield. This in turn results in a reduction of animal urinary nitrogen losses as well as a reduction in feed costs.
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