Publication Date:
1979-04-01
Description:
SummaryThe numbers of viable anaerobic proteolytic bacteria were determined from the caecal fluid of three ponies fed diets based on maize, oats or barley. In anaerobic conditions selected to promote the growth of those bacteria capable of utilizing protein, between 2 × 105 and 8 × 105 of viable anaerobic proteolytic bacteria/ml of caeoal fluid were observed. Time of sampling post feeding did not appear to affect the numbers observed. These numbers would appear adequate to make an important contribution to protein digestion.
Print ISSN:
0021-8596
Electronic ISSN:
1469-5146
Topics:
Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Fishery, Domestic Science, Nutrition
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