UDP-Glucuronic acid decarboxylase (UXS) in alfalfa: A target to improve ruminal digestibility of stems.

Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) has a high nutritional value, but poor digestibility of the stems limits its value as an energy source in ruminant diets. Xylan and lignin negatively impact cell wall digestibility, whereas pectins have high digestibility in…

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