Table 1.
Nutrient composition of hay, concentrate, and soybean meal.
| Nutrient composition | Hay | Concentrate | Soybean meal |
|---|---|---|---|
| DM, % | 71.7 | 88.4 | 85.9 |
| Nutrient composition, % DM | |||
| CP | 17.2 | 16.9 | 52.5 |
| Ether extract | 3.10 | 4.00 | 1.40 |
| NDF | 63.1 | 25.8 | 13.1 |
| Crude ash | 7.60 | 7.70 | 8.20 |
| TDN | 60.0 | 77.0 | 75.0 |
| NEM, Mcal/kg | 1.21 | 1.84 | 1.80 |
| NEL, Mcal/kg | 1.15 | 1.76 | 1.72 |
DM = dry matter, CP = crude protein, NDF = neutral detergent fiber, TDN = total digestible nutrients, NEM = net energy for maintenance, NEL = net energy for lactation.