Ruminant Animals
4 Compartments
Essential Elements
Common Feedstuffs
100

This ruminant animal produces lots of milk

Dairy cow

100

The largest compartment; breaks down cellulose.

The Rumen


100

Regulates digestion speed; aids in digestion

Fiber

100

Two very common varieties; often grown on the farm

Silage

200

This ruminant animal is mainly used for meat production.

Beef cow

200

Traps the foreign objects; assists with cud chewing.

Reticulum
200

Builds body tissue; helps with hormone production and supports a healthy reproductive system

Protein

200

Easily digested in the rumen; efficiently balances energy

Ground Corn

300

This ruminant animal is commonly used for wool or hair production.

Sheep

300

Absorbs water and electrolytes; helps further break down food particles

Omasum

300

Fuels basic animal needs, such as breathing; supports proper functions of the rumen

Energy

300

High quantity of protein; works well with high energy feeds

Soybean Meal

400

This ruminant animal likes to eat grass and lots of other things.

goats

400

Uses acids and enzymes to digest protein; prepares food for absorption in the small intestine

Abomasum

400

Promotes bone health and growth; helps with muscle contraction and relaxation

Minerals

400
Great source of protein; adds energy; cost effective

Distillers