What is Meant by Bypass Protein? An In-Depth Guide
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Approximately 60-70% of a ruminant's dietary protein is typically broken down by microbes in the rumen, often leading to wasted nitrogen. Bypass protein, however, is a specially treated feed protein that resists this microbial degradation and passes intact to the lower digestive tract, where it is more efficiently utilized by the animal. This strategic nutritional approach is especially beneficial for high-producing livestock such as dairy cows and rapidly growing calves.
