Animal Nutrition By Peter McDonald, J.F.D. Greenhalgh and Colin Morgan is an English-language textbook aimed at professionals within the animal sciences. This reference work provides a clear and thorough introduction to the science and practice of animal nutrition.
The latest edition is fully updated and covers the newest insights into feed formulation, feeding standards, and the nutritional requirements of various animal species such as cattle, sheep, pigs, poultry, horses, dogs, and cats. The book is structured into six main sections: food components, digestion and metabolism, quantification of nutrients, animal nutritional requirements, characteristics of feed, and the relationship between animal products and human nutrition.
Animal nutrition also addresses molecular biology, environmental aspects, and the use of innovative feed ingredients such as insects. Practical examples, exercises with solutions, and summaries support the learning process. This work is a reliable source for programs in animal sciences, agriculture, and biochemistry.
The content aligns with disciplines such as Animal husbandry, Zoology and animal sciences, and Agriculture / Animal Husbandry.