Why Some Cows Handle Grain Better Than Others
When cows switch from grass to grain-heavy diets, their stomachs go through major changes that can make them sick. Scientists studied how cow stomachs adapt to …
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How Cows' Gut Bacteria Change When They Eat Different Food
Scientists studied what happens inside cows' stomachs when they switch to eating different types of food. They looked at the tiny bacteria living in the cows' …
Read MoreWhy Cows Get Sick From Too Much Grain: A Guide to Rumen Health
Dairy and beef cattle can develop a painful stomach condition called subacute ruminal acidosis (SARA) when they eat too much grain and not enough hay or grass. …
Read MoreHow Cattle Adapt When Fed Cheaper Protein Alternatives
Researchers studied how beef cattle's digestive systems adapt when farmers replace expensive soybean meal with a cheaper protein substitute called gelatinized …
Read MoreWhat Bacteria Live in Cattle Stomachs and Why It Matters
Scientists studied the bacteria living in different parts of cattle digestive systems at feedlots across Texas. They found that each part of the stomach and …
Read MoreSpecial Feed Mix Helps Cattle Grow Better and Healthier
Researchers tested different types of feed on 150 beef cattle to see which combination helped them grow fastest and produce the best meat. They mixed regular …
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