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Influence of dietary energy, supplemental fat and linoleic acid concentration on performance of laying hens at two ages

S. Grobas
,
J. Mendez
,
C. De Blas
&
G.G. Mateos
Pages 681-687 | Published online: 28 Jun 2010

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