Abstract
AN-195, a 4-page factsheet by Matt Hersom and Sonja Crawford, discusses water quality management issues for cattle, how to estimate water intake, quality factors such as pH, salinity, nitrates and nitrites, and contaminants and toxic elements. Includes references. Published by UF Department of Animal Sciences, February 2008.
AN195/AN195: Water Nutrition and Quality Considerations for Cattle (ufl.edu)
References
Harris, B. and H. H. Van Horn. 1992. Water and its importance to animals. Circular 1017, Dairy Production Guide. University of Florida.
Hicks, R. B., F. N. Owens, D. R. Gill, J. J. Martin, and C. A. Strasia. 1988. Water intake by feedlot steers . Anim. Sci. Res. Rept. Oklahoma State University.
National Research Council. 1974. Nutrients and toxic substances in water for livestock and poultry. Washington D. C. National Academy of Sciences.