Abstract
The objective of this work will be to evaluate whether the inclusion of protected fat from ruminal degradation associated or not with cottonseed in the diet can influence the fatty acid profile and meat quality in Longissimus thoracic muscle of confined Nellore cattle. The study will be conducted in the experimental confinement of FMVZ, UNESP- Botucatu. Ninety-six (48) non-castrated Nello…