Effects of a silage diet on the gut bacteria of horses explored in study

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Effects of a silage diet on the gut bacteria of horses explored in study
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The Lachnospiraceae family was statistically more abundant in horses fed hay, researchers said, while it was the least abundant in horses fed silage. (File image)
The abundance of a key bacterial family that inhabits the equine gut fell away significantly in horses fed silage, when compared to those given hay or grass, researchers found.
The decline seen in the abundance of
Lachnospiraceae in horses fed silage was a significant finding, according to the researchers, as it may indicate inflammatory changes, as revealed by previous studies on humans.

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