Legumes in Livestock and Fish Nutrition - by Gerhard Bellof & Mechthild Freitag (Hardcover)

About the Book

The topics include legume nutrients, active ingredients and antinutritive substances. Recommendations for feeding different animal species, fish and shrimps are given. A valuable guide for the design of compound feeds in the industrial sector and at farm level.

Book Synopsis

This book covers all aspects of legumes in the nutrition of farmed animals, including fish and shrimps. It is an important source for anyone involved in animal nutrition, whether as a scientist, consultant, in the feed industry or in farming. Ingredients and antinutritive factors of grain and green legumes are described in detail. However, the most important part for nutritionists, consultants and anyone involved in animal husbandry is the feeding advice. Based on the latest research, you will find comprehensive information on the use of peas and other legumes in ruminant, pig, poultry, equine and aquaculture diets.