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| Open Access | Evaluating the Feasibility of Winged Bean Tuber in Beef Cattle Diets: A Potential Substitute for Corn Meal
Prof. Somchai Thongchai , Division of Animal Nutrition, School of Veterinary Science, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, ThailandAbstract
The study evaluates the potential of using winged bean tuber (CBT) as an alternative to corn meal in the concentrate mixture of Thai native beef cattle diets. The aim was to assess the nutritional value, growth performance, and economic feasibility of incorporating CBT into cattle feed. The trial involved feeding Thai native beef cattle with varying levels of CBT in their diets. Results indicated that CBT could be a suitable alternative to corn meal without adversely affecting growth performance, and it may provide an economically viable option for local farmers. The study suggests that CBT is a promising substitute in cattle feed, offering nutritional benefits and reducing dependency on imported feed ingredients.
Keywords
Winged bean tuber, corn meal, Thai native beef cattle, concentrate mixture, cattle feed
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