Publications by authors named "Semih Acikbas"
Article Synopsis
- Switchgrass (L.) is a C4-perennial crop recognized for its potential in animal feed, and this study evaluates the macro element contents of eight different switchgrass cultivars at various harvest stages.
- Notable findings indicate that the Long Island cultivar had the highest concentration of key minerals (P, K, Ca, Mg), but levels of phosphorus and potassium decreased while calcium and magnesium increased as the harvest stages progressed.
- The study concludes that switchgrass alone may not meet the dietary phosphorus and calcium needs for animals, suggesting the need for supplementation with feeds high in these minerals.
