Abstract
The stable isotope technique will be used on in vivo and in vitro studies to determine the Dry Matter (DM) and nutrient intakes and the contribution of forage legumes in the enteric methane (CH4) emitted by ruminants. In experiment 1, two trials will be conducted, one, using Pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan) intercropped with Brachiaria decumbens in degraded or recovered pastures and the another…