Question

Roughages contain
1. > 18% CF and < 60% TDN
2. < 18% CF and > 60% TDN
3. < 16% CF and > 65% TDN
4. > 18% CF and > 60% TDN

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : > 18% CF and < 60% TDN

The correct answer is > 18% CF and < 60% TDN.

• Dry fodder: 10% moisture and 90% dry matter.
• Green fodder: 80 - 90% moisture and 10% dry matter.
• Contains > 18% Crude Fibre (CF) and < 60% Total Digestible Nutrients (TDN).
• Roughages are less digestible and bulky in nature.