Journal of Equine Veterinary Science
Volume 28, Issue 4 , Pages 223-231 , April 2008

Evaluation of Factors Influencing the Generation of Ammonia in Different Bedding Materials Used for Horse Keeping

  • K. Fleming, MSc

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationReprint requests: Kathrin Fleming, MSc, Research Centre for Animal Production and Technology, Georg-August-University of Goettingen, Universitaetsstr. 7, D-49377 Vechta, Germany.
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  • E.F. Hessel, PD Dr.
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  • H.F.A. Van den Weghe, Prof. Dr. Ir.

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PII: S0737-0806(08)00066-X

doi: 10.1016/j.jevs.2008.02.008

Journal of Equine Veterinary Science
Volume 28, Issue 4 , Pages 223-231 , April 2008

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