Effect of ammonia concentration on rumen microbial protein production <i>in vitro</i>
Richard J. Dewhurst, John R. Newbold
Abstract
We review key findings of one the most cited papers in the 75-year history of BJN. We then identify important consequent developments, as well as opportunities to use analytical and molecular biology advances to maximise conversion of non-protein nitrogen into microbial protein.
Topics & Concepts
RumenChemistryAmmoniaFood scienceNitrogenProduction (economics)Bacterial proteinBiochemistryBacteriaAmmonia productionMicrobial metabolismKey (lock)Nitrogen cycleMicroorganismBiotechnologyEnvironmental chemistryFermentationRuminant Nutrition and Digestive PhysiologyOdor and Emission Control TechnologiesAnimal health and immunology