Assessing alternative protein sources from by-products

Publication date: 13/03/2023
Extent: 40 pages

Contributions by: Zachary E. Carlson and Gregory Lardy, North Dakota State University, USA

Chapter synopsis:

This chapter examines the most commonly used protein-based by-product feeds in dairy cattle diets. The chapter focuses on 1) protein quality of by-products; 2) characteristics of grain-sourced by-products; 3) characteristics of oilseed by-products; 4) rendered by-products; 5) environmental impact of by-products, and 6) future direction and trends of by-products. Review papers will be cited to direct readers interested in further detail on a specific topic when appropriate.

DOI: 10.19103/AS.2022.0117.13