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Rumen degradable protein (RDP) is feed protein that can be broken down by microbial enzymes in the rumen (neutral pH) where the resulting nitrogen, AA's or peptides are either utilized to meet microbial requirements or if unused, ammonia which is absorbed across the rumen wall and either recycled or excreted. Look up P. J. Van Soest "Nutritional Ecology of the Ruminant" in googlebooks for a more detailed description.

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What is RDP in cows?

RDP stands for Rumen Degradable Protein. This is the type of feed protein that is ingested in the rumen and degraded into ammonia.


What proteins do cows eat?

Plant (and some) proteins measured in terms of Crude Protein, Rumen Degradable Protein, Rumen Undegradable Protein, Microbial Protein, Bypass Protein, and essential amino acid content such as Lysine, Methionine, Tryptophan, Leucine, etc.


What proteins do ruminants require?

Ruminants primarily require proteins that are rich in amino acids for growth, maintenance, and milk production. They benefit from both rumen-degradable protein (RDP), which can be broken down by microbes in the rumen, and rumen-undegradable protein (RUP), which bypasses the rumen and is digested in the intestines. Common protein sources include legumes, oilseed meals, and by-products like distillers grains. Ensuring a balanced intake of these proteins is crucial for optimal health and productivity in ruminants.


What is protein degradation?

Rumen degradable protein (RDP) is feed protein that can be broken down by microbial enzymes in the rumen (neutral pH) where the resulting nitrogen, AA's or peptides are either utilized to meet microbial requirements or if unused, ammonia which is absorbed across the rumen wall and either recycled or excreted. Look up P. J. Van Soest "Nutritional Ecology of the Ruminant" in googlebooks for a more detailed description.


What is bypass protein?

A bypass protein is one used in rumen protein degradation.


Why is rumen undegradable materials important?

Rumen undegradable materials (RUM) are important because they provide a source of nutrients that bypass the rumen fermentation process, delivering essential amino acids and energy directly to the intestines. This is crucial for optimizing the nutritional efficiency of ruminants, such as cattle and sheep, ensuring they receive adequate protein for growth, milk production, and overall health. Additionally, RUM can help improve the balance of rumen fermentation by reducing the competition for protein among microbes and the host animal.


What has the author Jacobus Andreas Swart written?

Jacobus Andreas Swart has written: 'Nitrogen metabolism in the rumen with special reference to in vitro protein synthesis' -- subject(s): Rumen, Proteins, Metabolism, Nitrogen metabolism


How do ruminant digest protein?

Ruminants digest protein through a specialized process involving multiple stomach compartments, primarily the rumen. In the rumen, microbes break down proteins into peptides and amino acids through fermentation. These microbes then synthesize their own proteins, which the ruminants can later digest and absorb in the intestines. This microbial protein, along with the directly digested dietary protein, provides essential amino acids for the animal's nutrition.


Is glass degradable?

Glass is recyclable. Glass is non degradable. Bio degradable waste rots away. Oil based paints are normally not bio degradable.


What is non degradable waste?

waste that is non degradable


Which compartment in the ruminant is nearest to the oesophagus?

The abomasum, this is the 'true" stomach which is able to easily absorb the number of antibodies from the colostrum and the high amounts of protein. The rumen and remaining stomachs will begin to develop once the calf begins to intake roughages (hay and grains). To learn more about the development and function of the Rumen, view the attached related link.


What are the four compartments of a ruminant stomach and what is their function?

The rumen, reticulum, omasum and abomasum. Rumen and reticulum are responsible for microbial fermentation of carbohydrates, degradation of protein and non-protein nitrogen, and partial hydrogenation of unsaturated lipids from feedstuffs eaten by the ruminant. Fermentation in the rumen and reticulum enable break-down if cellulose, fibre, and lignin to digest VFAs and amino acids. Microbes comprising of protozoa and bacteria live in these chambers which help with the fermentation process. In the Omasum, the main function is the absorption of water and some nutrients from the digesta of the rumen. In the Abomasum, digesta is redigested, where amino acids and starches undergo further digestion.