Everything has evolved in some form or fashion in our lives, and enzymes are a topic of interest in the livestock world. Everyone is wondering why enzymes have been growing popular as more farmers and ranchers are using them to supplement the feed. The answers are outstanding, as the study of enzymes proves they improve […]
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What You Should Know Before Feeding Your Cattle
Proper nutrition is crucial when raising any livestock, as it affects productivity and, your return on investment. From reproduction to growth and even lactation, several functions depend heavily on the quality of the animals’ diet. When raising cattle, you want to make sure that you have nutrient-rich feed that’ll help them optimize their performance. Here […]
5 Probiotic Effects on the Production of Milk
Agricultural producers consistently search for ways to help cows produce more milk. Nature thwarts them, typically with extreme heat. Probiotics can help cows produce more milk and they do so naturally without side effects. So, how do probiotics help cows? Where can you get these helpful substances? Let’s find out in this blog from American […]
How is Aspergillus Used in Fermentation?
Aspergillus oryzae (A. oryzae) is a filamentous fungus that has been important for over 2,000 years for the production of soy sauce, miso, shoyu, fermented black beans, bean curd seasoning, and vinegar, although modern production of soy sauce uses a closely related microorganism, Aspergillus sojae (A. sojae). A. oryzae also is used to release sugars from rice, sweet potatoes, and […]
Which are Limiting Nutrients for Plant Growth?
Plants need several types of nutrients to grow. These required elements and minerals are known as limiting nutrients. When one of these nutrients is lacking, it can limit the growth or development of the plant. By understanding the basics of nutrition for plants, growers can more easily identify which nutrients are in abundance or lacking […]