Topics:
Animal Nutrition, Animal Refresher
Feed NOT Classified as Roughage
Which of the following is NOT classified under roughage?
- Straw and stovers
- Hay and silage
- Husk and hull
- Molasses — Correct Answer
Explanation:
Correct Answer: Molasses
Molasses is an energy-rich concentrate (CF ≈ 0%, TDN ~70–80%) — a by-product of sugar manufacturing. Also used as pellet binder and carrier for urea/minerals in lick blocks.
Anti-Nutritional Factor
Molasses contains oxalates — bind calcium. Treatment: CaCO₃ supplementation.
Roughage Examples
- Dry: Straw, stovers, hay, husks, hulls
- Succulent: Silage, green fodder, soilage, tree leaves
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