A IMPORTÂNCIA DA QUALIDADE DA ÁGUA NO DESEMPENHO DO GADO DE CORTE E OS SEUS IMPACTOS PRODUTIVOS

Abstract

Among the pillars that shape the efficiency of production and profitability in beef cattle farming are genetics, health, grazing techniques, and, of course, nutrition. In this context, water quality, often overlooked, should be seen as a bottleneck in the system, given that water consumption is directly linked to the animal's performance in terms of dry matter intake and its consequent weight gain. It becomes essential to monitor its quality and improve its supply. In light of this, a survey was conducted regarding the degradation level of water sources on a property in northern Mato Grosso, demonstrating the necessary attention to this issue and discussing its importance for the proper functioning of the system. It influences the animal's physiology and productive performance as a result of the different types of water sources offered and their quality.