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Dr. Roberto Sainz: Genetic & Feed Efficiency | Ep. 114
In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Roberto Sainz, Professor Emeritus at the University of California, Davis, discusses the genetics of feed efficiency in beef cattle. He explains how maintenance energy requirements, residual feed intake, and mitochondrial function impact performance and sustainability. Hear practical insights backed by decades of research. Listen now on all major platforms!
"Feed efficiency is defined as the ability of an animal to convert feed into productive outputs such as meat, milk, or eggs while minimizing waste and cost."
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