Cows within each block were assigned to one of four iso-net energy for lactation
total mixed rations containing either 21 g/kg DM calcium salts of palm oil (control
diet), 72 g/kg DM whole flaxseed, 72 g/kg DM ground flaxseed or 36 g/kg DM whole flaxseed
and 36 g/kg DM ground flaxseed.