Question

Name two types of animal feed and write their functions.

Answer 1

Animal feeds on fodder crops.

Roughage:

1. It constitutes the bulk of animal food.
2. It is a fibrous substance having low nutrient content.
3. It provides carbohydrates to animals.
4. Its fibres keep the digestive system well maintained.
5. It contains berseem, bajra, maize etc.

Concentrates:

1. It is low in fibres.
2. It is rich in nutrients like proteins, fats and minerals.
3. It contains cotton seeds, oilseeds, maize etc.