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The calcium and phosphorus requirements of laying hens

J. Davidson The Rowett Research Institute, Bucksburn, Aberdeen, AB2 9SB
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A. W. Boyne The Rowett Research Institute, Bucksburn, Aberdeen, AB2 9SB
Pages 231-240 | Published online: 08 Nov 2007

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