Nutrition and Feeding of Organic Cattle

Nutrition and Feeding of Organic Cattle

A practical reference on nutrition and feeding strategies for organic cattle production, with emphasis on producing high-quality milk and meat while meeting organic standards. It examines sustainable forage production, grazing systems, feed shortages, herd health, profitability, and the effects of organic production on animal products.

Key Features

• Explores the principles of organic cattle production
• Covers nutrition and feeding practices for organic cattle
• Provides an overview of ruminant digestion and nutritional requirements
• Examines forage production, quality, and utilization
• Discusses grazing systems and suitable cattle breeds
• Addresses the challenges of sourcing organic feed ingredients
• Explores strategies for reducing dependence on off-farm feed inputs
• Examines diet-related health problems in organic herds
• Discusses sustainability and profitability in organic cattle production
• Covers the effects of organic production on milk and meat quality
• Considers the impact of GM crop cultivation on organic feed availability
• Provides practical information for organic milk and beef production
• Useful for animal scientists, veterinarians, livestock advisors, students, and organic farming professionals