Digestibility Trial

Digestibility Trial

Definition: digestibility trial

digestibility trial: A test to measure the digestibility of a known food by recording the weight of food eaten and then excreted. Conducting digestibility trials is important for evaluating the nutritional value of animal diets. Farmers should work with veterinarians and nutritionists to perform digestibility trials and develop balanced and nutritious diets for their livestock. Understanding the results of digestibility trials will aid in effective feed management and improved farm productivity.