Omasum

Omasum

Definition: omasum

omasum: The third stomach of a ruminant, which acts as a filter, and where much of the water in food is taken out before the food passes onto the abomasum. Proper understanding of ruminant digestion helps farmers optimize feeding strategies to improve livestock health and productivity.

Author: April Kingsman

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