Rumen Activity Articles & Analysis
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Condensed tannins also have the potential to suppress microbial activity in the rumen, reducing the uptake of nitrogen into the blood, and ultimately into the urine. This could reduce emissions of nitrogenous gases, primarily nitrous oxide and ammonia from urine patches. Inhibition of microbial activity in the soil could have the same effect. ...
Two things are vital when it comes to optimal rumen health: a stable, active, and healthy microbial population; and a suitable pH. ...