Low rumen pH is a hallmark of rumen acidosis, but it doesn't tell the whole story. So what's really happening inside the rumen during an acidosis event when things start to go wrong?
In this first episode of our three-part Rumen Room series, we explore how changes in feed type can disrupt the rumen's microbial ecosystem, altering fermentation patterns and the production of volatile fatty acids (VFAs) and, sometimes, lactic acid.
We also unpack the chemistry behind rumen acidity, explaining how VFAs dissociate to release hydrogen ions, contributing to a fall in rumen pH. More importantly, we look beyond the pH measurement itself to consider the broader implications of disrupted rumen fermentation for animal health and wellbeing.
Join us as we explore why rumen acidosis is far more complex than simply low pH, laying the groundwork for two further episodes over the coming weeks.
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