The amount of livestock feed needed to prevent either an increase or a decrease in live weight of an animal is referred to as

The amount of livestock feed needed to prevent either an increase or a decrease in live weight of an animal is referred to as

  1. maintenance ration ✓
  2. balance ration
  3. weaners ration
  4. production ration

Explanation

Maintenance ration is the amount of feed required to keep an animal in a state where it neither gains nor loses weight. It is the minimum amount of feed required to maintain the animal’s body functions.