Abstract:
Three lots of 10 heifer calves each were fed the same ration except for the added enzyme preparations. Ingredients and average daily consumption are show in Table 19. Lot 1 served as the control. The enzyme preparations were added to the soybean oil meal at the following rates per ton: Lot 2, 2.5lbs. amylase (acts on carbohydrates); Lot 3, 2.5lbs. amylase plus 6 lbs. protease (acts on proteins). Rumen samples were obtained to determine the concentration of volatile fatty acids and percentage distribution of acetic, propionic, and butyric acids in the rumen fluid.