Capiaçu requires protein supplement to ensure weight gain in cattle, warns zootechnician

The use of Capiaçu, whether in its natural form or as silage, is a high-potential bulk strategy in livestock farming. However, the idea of fattening cattle using only this forage should be revised. According to zootechnician Tiago Felipini, an expert in ruminant nutrition, the addition of protein supplements to the diet is crucial to ensure maximum utilization of the bulk and optimize the performance of the herd, both in the rearing and fattening phases. Capiaçu, despite being a quality bulk, requires the addition of a concentrate to balance the diet. This protein supplement is vital because it aids the animal's rumen in the efficient digestion of fibers, which, in turn, increases the total consumption of bulk. Without strategic supplementation, the maximum potential weight gain of the cattle is compromised. Check it out: The zootechnician recommends that the livestock farmer look for a protein feed that has a crude protein content of more than 18%. This concentration is ideal to ...