Rumen Environment Balance and How to Ensure It?

Critical negative impacts affecting the digestive system of dairy cows include feed rations with a high content of fermentable carbohydrates, the transition period, and heat stress. The common indicator of these influences is disrupted microbiota and decreased rumen pH, which leads to a high risk of acute acidosis. This further causes inflammation, reduced performance, and potentially the culling of animals. The use of a preparation with probiotic and prebiotic effects can help restore microbiota balance.

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(Published in the magazine Náš chov 6/2023)