Suplementação de bovinos a pasto: uma revisão de literatura

Abstract

In recent years, Brazilian cattle breeding has evolved and achieved great success in the national and international panorama. The adoption of new technologies and insertion of genetic and nutritional programs by farmers, besides the favorable environmental factors were the triggers for this growth. The feedstock of Brazilian cattle in pasture production system are forage grass species, being one of the main sources of food for these animals throughout the year, besides presenting low cost in production. However, this production system presents some difficulties due to the seasonality of forage production between dry and rainy periods, causing oscillations in productivity and quality of pasture during the year. Thus, it is explicit the need to add external nutritional sources that can ensure the performance and vigor of the animal throughout the year, as well as the sustainability in the production of the animal and increased productivity and economic viability. Therefore, the aim of this review was to present a bibliographic survey that aims to provide information regarding supplementation, cost and economic viability in cattle raised on the grazing system.