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Effects Of Essential Oils And Amino Acid Profile On The Growth And Health Of Receiving Cattle, Kelsey Machens
Effects Of Essential Oils And Amino Acid Profile On The Growth And Health Of Receiving Cattle, Kelsey Machens
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The objective of this trial was to evaluate the effects of amino acid profile and essential oil products on receiving calf growth and feed efficiency, as well as evaluate the effects of amino acid profile and essential oil products on fecal and blood Immunoglobulin A (IgA) concentrations as a marker for systemic and gastrointestinal tract immune status of receiving calves. One hundred-thirty crossbred calves (500-600 lbs) were transported to the ADM Animal Nutrition Research Facility in Mendon, IL. On d -1, cattle were weighed, dewormed, implanted, vaccinated, and a rectal temperature was recorded. An at-risk group of cattle was targeted …