What is the residual feed intake? A guide to feed efficiency
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According to agricultural research, feed costs can account for 60–70% of total production expenses in livestock operations. Optimizing feed efficiency is therefore a major goal, and understanding what is the residual feed intake (RFI) is key to this process. RFI is a modern metric that measures an animal's feed efficiency independent of its body weight and growth rate, providing a more precise tool for genetic selection.
