The Boer goats. II. Growth, nutrient requirements, carcass and meat quality

Growth rates of Boer goats were generally lower than sheep and, under favorable nutritional conditions, weight gains of more than 200 g per day were obtained, against values of up to 176 g per day under extensive subtropical conditions. Lactation and pregnancy had a marked effect on ME intake, and t...

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Main Authors: Niekerk, W.A. van, Casey, N.H.
Format: Journal Article
Language:Inglés
Published: Elsevier 1988
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Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/10568/66782

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