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However, its specific impact on cattle remains unclear.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title><jats:p>This study investigated the effects of broccoli extract supplementation on growth performance, rumen microbial composition, blood metabolites, and gene expression in the liver and adipose tissue of castrated Holstein bulls. Animals were randomly assigned to three groups and supplemented daily with 0 g, 15 g, or 18 g of broccoli extract for 45 days.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Results<\/jats:title><jats:p>No significant differences were observed among groups in average daily gain, dressing percentage, or fecal score (P &amp;gt; 0.05). However, broccoli extract supplementation significantly improved feed intake, lying time, rumination rate, and net meat yield, while reducing subcutaneous fat percentage (P &amp;lt; 0.05). 16S rRNA sequencing revealed increased rumen microbial diversity in the 18 g group. Blood metabolomics showed elevated prostaglandin E2 levels and enrichment in pathways related to inflammation and lipid metabolism. Transcriptomic analysis revealed enrichment of pathways associated with immune responses and lipid regulation. Integrated multi-omics analysis further demonstrated strong correlations between lipid-related metabolites and gene expression patterns.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title><jats:p>Broccoli extract supplementation modulated feeding behavior and rumen microbiota, improved carcass traits, and influenced lipid metabolism and inflammation-related pathways in Holstein cattle. 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