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The study aims to evaluate the effect of the Nitrocote feed additive on the performance and blood parameters of fattening sheep.

Performance of Young Fattening Sheep Fed Dietary “Nitrocote” Additive

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This investigation evaluates feed additive effects on growth and blood parameters in lambs, suggesting nutritional benefits.

The study aims to evaluate the effect of the Nitrocote feed additive on the performance and blood parameters of fattening sheep.
Conducted an experiment with North-Caucasian meat-and-wool lambs divided into three groups
Control group received a basic ration, while test groups replaced part of the pea component with Nitrocote
Measured performance indicators until lambs reached 7 months of age
Crude protein content increased by 9.1% and 13.1% in test groups
Digestible protein content increased by 12.1% and 18.0%
Blood hemoglobin, erythrocyte, and total protein values significantly increased compared to control
Live weight, average daily gain, and slaughter metrics improved by up to 19.1%
The additive allowed for additional profit, increasing revenue per RUB of costs.

Marynich et al. (2025) studied this question.

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