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Factors that can affect digestibility of a feedstuff in livestock are;Chemical composition of the feed e.g % of lignin or cellulose will influence digestibility.The quantity of feed already present in the digestive system of an animal.The species of the animal eg the digestibility of grass is higher in sheep than in pigs.The ratio of energy to protein will affect digestibility. The higher the ratio the lower the digestibility.
Factors that affect milk composition include;Age of the animalPhysiological condition of the animal/emaciation/pregnancy/sicknessStage of lactationCompleteness of milkingBreed differencesseason of the yearType of food eaten by the animalDiseases like mastitis
External factors that may affect business operations include;Legal requirementsEconomic factors eg. Consumer purchasing power, level of installing etcPolitical factors i.e Stability governanceTechnological advancementSocial/cultural factorsMarket competitionNatural factors
Reasons for pruning in crop production are;To train the plant so that it can have a desired shape.To remove diseased and unwanted parts of a plant. They may be less reproductive.Control cropping by removing extra vegetation parts and ensure uniform bearing.To facilitate picking e.g convenient for tea and coffee.To ease the penetration of spray since the bush is opened up.To control pests and diseases pruning opens up the bush and helps to control diseases and pests.