Padel, Susanne and Lowman, Steve (2005) Animal fodder, roughage requirement, ruminants - UK Compendium 2005. [Organic rules - Differences between other regulations/standards and EEC No 2092/91]
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Summary
Herbivores, once weaned, are to be reared making the maximum possible use of pastures. Their daily ration must contain at least 60% in dry matter of fresh, dried, or ensiled forage, containing roughage.
Difference
EU Regulation 2092/91 allows a reduction, from 60% to 50%, in the minimum proportion of forage for the daily ration of dairy animals up to a maximum of 3 months in early lactation. This reduction is not permitted in the UK Compendium.
Justification
The EU Regulation allows a higher carbohydrate, lower fibre, cereal-based ration to be fed to dairy animals in early lactation. This ration may promote higher daily milk yields but may also increase the risks to the health, welfare, and longevity of the animals. The higher concentrate ration risks compromising the health and welfare of the livestock.
EU Regulation
| Item type: | Organic rules - Differences between other regulations/standards and EEC No 2092/91 |
|---|---|
| Subjects: | General areas of Organic Agriculture > Organic integrity Animal husbandry > Feed/Nutrition |
| Country/Standard: | Europe > UK > Governmental regulation |
| Principles: | Principle of fairness Principle of health |
| ID Code: | 132 |
| Deposited By: | INVALID USER |
| Deposited On: | 29 Oct 2005 |
| Last Modified: | 24 Nov 2008 08:18 |
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