Feedstuff Discovery - Urea
Feedstuff Discovery - Urea
Urea
- A source of nitrogen (not a protein supplement) also referred to as non-protein nitrogen.
- Should only be fed to ruminants.
- Can be toxic if fed at excessive levels (should provide no more than 1/3 of the total nitrogen in the diet).
- Diets with added urea should also contain a readily available source of carbon (energy).
Average Nutrient Content
- Nitrogen = 42-45%
Physical Description - white color, small beadlike particles, and a granular texture.