JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Effects of Feeding Hempseed Cake on Pancreatic and Intestinal Enzymatic Activity in Finishing Heifers.

  • Published In: Journal of Animal Science, 2023, v. 101. P. 207 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: Mia, Md Golam Kafi Afrose; Winders, Thomas; Yusuf, Mustapha; Serum, Eric; Smith, David J.; Neville, Bryan W. W.; Amat, Samat; Dahlen, Carl R.; Swanson, Kendall C. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the effects of feeding hempseed cake and Enogen Feed Corn (EFC) on digestive enzyme activity and finishing performance in cattle. A study on Angus-crossbred finishing heifers found that feeding hempseed cake, a protein-rich by-product not yet FDA-approved as feed, did not adversely affect pancreatic or small intestinal enzyme activity, suggesting its potential as an alternative protein source. Another experiment with crossbred steers and heifers evaluated EFC inclusion in conventional and natural finishing diets, revealing that while feeding program and sex influenced growth and feed efficiency, EFC inclusion had no significant impact on average daily gain, feed efficiency, or carcass weight. These findings provide insights into alternative feed ingredients and their effects on cattle digestion and performance under different feeding regimes.

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of Animal Science. 2023/11, Vol. 101, p207
  • Document Type:Abstract
  • Subject Area:Anatomy and Physiology
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0021-8812
  • DOI:10.1093/jas/skad341.230
  • Accession Number:173648887
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