Journal article
Evaluation of gallnut tannin and Lactobacillus plantarum as natural modifiers for alfalfa silage: Ensiling characteristics, in vitro ruminal methane production, fermentation profile and microbiota
Abstract
AIMS: The potential of gallnut tannin (GT) and Lactobacillus plantarum (LP) on fermentation characteristics, in vitro ruminal methane (CH4 ) production and microbiota of alfalfa silage was investigated.
METHODS AND RESULTS: Alfalfa was ensiled with GT (20 and 50 g kg-1 dry matter [DM]) and LP (3 × 108 CFU per gram fresh matter) alone or in combination for 60 days. The GT and LP alone or in combination decreased DM losses, pH and non-protein …
Authors
Chen L; Bao X; Guo G; Huo W; Li Q; Xu Q; Wang C; Liu Q
Journal
Journal of Applied Microbiology, Vol. 132, No. 2, pp. 907–918
Publisher
Oxford University Press (OUP)
Publication Date
February 2022
DOI
10.1111/jam.15246
ISSN
0021-8847