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Nutrient levels of corn stalk, alfalfa hay, and supplements (dry matter, DM basis)
| Nutrient | Corn stalk | Alfalfa hay | Supplement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Matter, DM (%) | 95.08 | 94.27 | 93.51 |
| Organic Matter, OM (%) | 97.49 | 95.47 | 94.21 |
| Gross Energy, GE (MJ/kg) | 16.68 | 17.37 | 18.05 |
| Crude Protein, CP (%) | 5.26 | 12.25 | 17.83 |
| Neutral Detergent Fiber, NDF (%) | 77.13 | 60.84 | 24.51 |
| Acid Detergent Fiber, ADF (%) | 42.60 | 54.12 | 5.53 |
| Calcium, Ca (%) | 0.36 | 1.50 | 1.16 |
| Phosphorus, P (%) | 0.16 | 0.25 | 1.08 |
