Use of Crude Glycerin as an Energy Source for Goat Diets: A Review- Juniper Publishers
Journal of Dairy & Veterinary Sciences - Juniper Publishers Abstract Crude glycerin (CG) is a by-product of the biodiesel production, which has been shown to be a good source for ruminants. There is variability in the energy available from crude glycerin, which is partially explained by the glycerin content of the crude glycerin. Recent efforts have evaluated the effects of the inclusion of crude glycerin (above 85% of glycerin) in diets on intake, performance, carcass and meat quality traits of goat and sheep. It was found that can be used crude glycerin as energy source up to 20% of dry matter, without negative effects on performance and main carcass traits. Keywords: Crude glycerin; Energy source; Goat diets Go to Introduction At present, biodiesel industry has grown rapidly along with the increasing demand of renewable and sustainable energy source, it has lower power pollution. The government incentives given to biodiesel agribusiness has led to a hug...