The effect of photoperiod on partition of digested energy between fat and protein synthesis : a dissertation submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Agricultural Science with Honours at Lincoln College

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The effect of photoperiod on partition of digested energy between fat and protein synthesis : a dissertation submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Agricultural Science with Honours at Lincoln College

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Thirty Dorset Down x (Border Leicester x Corriedale) female lambs were used to determine the effect of two fixed photoperiods (16L:8D and 8L:16D) on growth rate and body composition. Pair-feeding and controlled conditions were maintained for 91 days. Comparative slaughter procedures were used to determine changes in body composition. No significant treatment differences were detected (P > 0.05). However trends observed indicate the existence of a photoperiod effect on growth. Sheep in the ...

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Thesis

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Date created

1979

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Young, Mark John

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https://hdl.handle.net/10182/3595

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photoperiod / growth rates / body composition / sheep / seasonal changes / Animal Growth and Development / Physiology

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