Citation

Dobie, J. B. and W. N. Garrett, Utilization of rice straw for livestock feed. Special Pub. SP-01-72, pp. 182-186, 1972.

Abstract

The general observation from these feeding trials is that rice straw rations were readily consumed by cattle, with cubes being significantly more acceptable than chopped material. However, the low digestibility of the rice straw, even when supplemented with protein and minerals, delegates it to the role of a maintenance feed unless substantial sources of digestible energy are included in the ration.

Country, State, District, etc.

United States, California

Language

English

Material

rice straw

Use category

animal feed