Bioparametrics

Bioparametrics was estabished in 2001 to improve ruminant feeding through a better description of forage and feed digestion in the ruminant. Applying years of knowledge earned at Edinburgh University, a technique known as invitro gas production (IVGPT) is used to measure the rate and extent of carbohydrate and protein degradation in the rumen. Using these unique descriptions of feed breakdown in the rumen, diets are formulated using a software programme called BioParaMilk, which simulates the whole ruminant digestive system. Using this system, feed intakes can be predicted to + 0. 5kgDM, reducing feed wastage and promoting greater prediction of animal growth and performance.