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Article: Color of corn, fiber level may influence carcass traits. (Nutrition and Health/Beef).
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- Feedstuffs
- Article date:
- March 17, 2003
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There are numerous factors that individually and in combination play a role in beef carcass quality, including genetics, implant status, days on feed and level of nutrition during the feeding period.
Important carcass attributes may differ depending on the final destination of the carcass. For example, many export markets desire a different level of marbling or color of back fat while tenderness and lean color may be important in the domestic market.
Recent research has examined the role feedstuffs may play in different carcass attributes.
At Iowa State University, Dr. Allen Trenkle reported the results of a trial examining the influence of corn ...