Ruminal Acidosis in Feedlot: From Aetiology to Prevention

Table 2

Main causes of ruminal acidosis in feedlots.

High nonstructural carbohydrates intake
High grain-based diet
Grain processing (small particles)
Grain combination of cereals inadequate (type and amount)
Inadequate ruminal buffers capacity
Increase in volatile fatty acids (VFA)
Loss in salivation capacity (including chewing activity)
Low crude protein in the diet
Low neutral detergent fiber (NDF)
Bad bunk management
Interruptions in normal feed intake patterns
Nutrition inadequate (including diet changes)
Stressors