Nutrition & Animal Production (Leaving Cert Agricultural Science): Flashcards
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Main nutrient for young calves
Main nutrient for young calves
High protein
Protected protein definition
Protected protein definition
Protein bypassing rumen degradation
Flushing in breeding ewes
Flushing in breeding ewes
Extra energy before mating to boost ovulation
Twin-lamb disease alternative name
Twin-lamb disease alternative name
Pregnancy toxaemia
Creep feeding purpose
Creep feeding purpose
Supplements milk, introduces solid food to lambs
Number of essential nutrient categories
Number of essential nutrient categories
Six
Fat energy vs carbohydrate energy
Fat energy vs carbohydrate energy
Fats give >2x energy per gram than carbs
Vitamin D role
Vitamin D role
Builds bones, prevents rickets
Water's main functions in animals
Water's main functions in animals
Digestion, nutrient transport, waste removal, temp regulation
Growth speed: extensive vs intensive
Growth speed: extensive vs intensive
Extensive slower, intensive faster