Texas FFA Livestock Judging PracticeTest

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Enhance your skills in livestock judging with the Texas FFA Livestock Judging Test. Utilize flashcards and multiple choice questions, with hints and explanations to prepare effectively. Ace your exam!

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What type of feed additives are used to prevent disease and promote growth?

Vitamins
Antibiotics
Minerals
Probiotics

The correct answer is: Antibiotics

Antibiotics are feed additives that serve two main purposes: preventing diseases in livestock and promoting growth. They work by controlling bacterial infections that can affect the health and productivity of animals. By maintaining the health of the animals and enabling them to fight off illness, antibiotics reduce mortality rates and help animals utilize feed more efficiently, leading to improved growth rates. In livestock production, the strategic use of antibiotics can lead to faster weight gain and enhanced feed conversion ratios. However, it’s important to utilize them responsibly due to concerns about antibiotic resistance in both animals and humans. The other options have different roles: vitamins support various bodily functions, minerals are essential for metabolic processes, and probiotics contribute to gut health but do not directly act as disease preventatives in the same way that antibiotics do.