This is the first volume in an exciting series of books that aims to cover all scientific methods used in animal science. Over three initial volumes, the author organizes, defines and discusses methods used in the study of animal nutrition, with the intention of providing researchers, professionals, postgraduates and undergraduates with the ultimate reference tool in the field.
In this book the author details the laboratory methods used in feed evaluation. Divided into nine major sections, the sections include: feed sampling and preparation for analysis, energy content, direct measurements of gross energy, laboratory methods to assess digestibility of feed, carbohydrates, nitrogen containing compounds, lipids, minerals, vitamins, and pH and other miscellaneous methods. The methods are detailed to show: historical development of the method, application of the method (including data on appropriateness of method), what can and can't be measured using the method, procedure, species specific variation, data issues, discussion of current use and appropriateness of the method, and a short bibliography of papers/texts where the method has been applied successfully.
Laboratory Methods of Feed Evaluation also includes a CD covering the application of methods. Specifically formatted for use in the laboratory, methods are arranged on pages designed to be printed off and used alongside practical work.
Both thorough and practical, this book will be essential to all those involved in animal science and related subjects.
