AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Roughage is a critical part of a ruminant’s diet and function. Be aware of what they are eating and you can anticipate, and prevent, digestive problems that can reduce the productivity of your animals.

Detailed explanation-2: -Ruminant species occupy an important niche in modern agriculture because of their unique ability to digest certain foodstuffs, especially roughages, efficiently.

Detailed explanation-3: -Roughages include pasture forages, hays, silages, and byproduct feeds that contain a high percentage of fiber. Concentrates are the energy-rich grains and molasses, the protein-and energy-rich supplements and byproduct feeds, vitamin supplements, and mineral supplements.

Detailed explanation-4: -In fact, dairy cattle and goats are quite exceptional in being extremely efficient in converting plant-based protein/energy sources into high-quality animal fats and proteins.