Effects of Dietary Seed Supplementation of Lagerstroemia speciose on Broiler Ability to Grow and Biochemical Traits Impacted by Commercial Feed Density| Chapter 1 | Contemporary Research and Perspectives in Biological Science Vol. 2

 

Aims: The present study aimed to investigate the effects of dietary seed supplementation on broiler ability to grow and biochemical traits that are impacted by commercial feed density and seed meal supplementation of Lagerstroemia speciosa.

 

Background: Organic poultry production is becoming increasingly popular in India due to the ill effects of conventional farming, and consumers are willing to pay a premium for certified organic chicken meat.

 

Materials and Methods: The research was carried out at the Government Arts College in Coimbatore-18, Tamil Nadu, India's Animal House, Department of Zoology, and Postgraduate and Research Department. The experimental design was divided into 5 groups. G1 normal diet served as a control, G2 fed green leafy vegetables and commercially available feed in G3, G4, and G5 served as coarse powder for experimental plant seeds, L. speciosa, and N. sativa (4.0 gm/100 gm).

 

Results: The experimental animals show that the growth rate of the control group shows 41±3.21d initial weight and a 124±4bc final weight (6th week), while the growth rate of group II shows 135±4.04b. Body weight is a little higher than in the control group. Commercial feed is drastic in weight gain, and it shows 489±10.44a in group III. The experimental groups IV and V are active and healthier than the other groups, but the weight is poor in group IV 78±9.29d and 105±7.62bcd in group V. The N. sativa seeds consist of thymoquinone, a bio-compound to reduce the body weight 78±9.29d in Group IV. The control group has the highest concentration of urea (10.7±0.55a), while group IV has the lowest concentration. The amount of uric acid is lowest in group IV and largest in group V. Cholesterol levels are highest in group II (green leafy vegetables) and lowest in group IV.

 

The supplementary diet, consisting of Tannins, flavonoids, Glycosides, and saponins, reduced feed intake by 50% compared to the control group. These compounds have appetite and digestion-stimulating properties and antimicrobial effects that aid digestion. Triglyceride levels are highest in Group V, while they are lowest in the control group. Group V has the least total protein, whereas the control group has the most. The control group has the highest albumin level, while group II has the lowest level.

 

Conclusion: Lagerstroemia speciosa, especially, plays a crucial role in enhancing the growth and reproductive performance of broiler chickens, supporting organic farming, and helping farmers lower the cost of poultry feed.

 

Author (s) Details

P. S. Sujatha
PG and Research Department of Zoology, Government Arts College (Autonomous), Coimbatore-641 018, India.

 

 

S. Pavithran
PG and Research Department of Zoology, Government Arts College (Autonomous), Coimbatore-641 018, India.

 

G. Ganesan
PG and Research Department of Zoology, Government Arts College (Autonomous), Coimbatore-641 018, India.

 

M. Karthik
PG and Research Department of Zoology, Government Arts College (Autonomous), Coimbatore-641 018, India.

 

V. Maivizhi
PG and Research Department of Zoology, Government Arts College (Autonomous), Coimbatore-641 018, India.

 

 

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Spirulina as a Natural Feed Additive: Impact on Health and Performance of Broilers and Laying Hens | Chapter 5 | Agricultural Sciences: Techniques and Innovations Vol. 2

This chapter provides a comprehensive review of the effects of incorporating Spirulina into poultry diets, focusing on its impact on growth performance, immune function, egg production, microbial control, and overall poultry health. Spirulina, a blue-green algae known for its rich nutrient profile, including proteins, vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds, offers a range of benefits when included in poultry nutrition. Studies have shown that Spirulina supplementation improves weight gain, feed conversion ratio, and immune responses in both broiler chickens and laying hens. Additionally, it enhances the quality of eggs, particularly yolk pigmentation, without affecting feed intake. Furthermore, Spirulina demonstrates antimicrobial properties, contributing to improved gut health by promoting beneficial bacteria and reducing harmful microorganisms. The chapter also explores the optimal inclusion levels of Spirulina in poultry diets, offering insights into its potential as a natural, sustainable supplement to enhance poultry productivity and welfare. Through an analysis of recent research, this chapter highlights the scientific evidence supporting the inclusion of Spirulina as an effective and safe nutritional supplement for poultry farming.

 

Author (s) Details

Mariem Saidani
Research Unit of Biodiversity and Resource Development in Mountain Areas of Tunisia (UR17AGR14), Higher School of Agriculture of Mateur, University of Carthage, Mateur, Tunisia.

 

Manel Ben Larbi
Research Unit of Biodiversity and Resource Development in Mountain Areas of Tunisia (UR17AGR14), Higher School of Agriculture of Mateur, University of Carthage, Mateur, Tunisia.

 

 

Naceur M’Hamdi
Animal and Food Resources Laboratory (LRAA), National Agronomic Institute of Tunisia, University of Carthage, Tunis, Tunisia.

 

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Investigating the Effect of Linseed Meal on Broiler Performance and Fat Content | Chapter 4 | Newest Updates in Agriculture and Veterinary Science Vol. 1

 The present study has happened designed to find the potential use of linseed food in the poultry manufacturing for the growth acting. Linseed meal is the subordinate product of lubricate extraction from linseeds (Linum usitatissimum L.). Linseeds and allure byproducts have attracted important attention because the 1990s because of the ghost of Poly Unsaturated Fatty Acids (PUFA), omega-3 oily acid and Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA). For this purpose 200 day old chicks were raised for 42 days and were divided into five equal groups and augment 0%, 5%, 10%, 15% and 20% of linseed meal, individually. All these rations were treated accompanying water at 37 °C for 24 hours to reduce the cyanide toxicity. The following note were recorded that are given beneath; weight gain at 42 days, feed use at 42 days, Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR), carcass pressure, weight of organ meat, economic.Results told significant distinctnesses (P>0.05) for weight repeated among various groups. The total weight gains of the groups A, B, C, D and E were 1801, 1830, 1875, 1903 and 1872g, individually. Group D was significantly more burdensome than all the other groups. Total feed use in group A, B, C, D and E revealed significantly better difference. Total feed use of broiler camp A, B, C, D and E were 3633, 3425, 3356,3214 and 3601g, respectively. The maximum feed was devoured by chicks in group E. Total feed conversion percentage of chicks in group A, B, C, D and E were 2.01, 1.87, 1.78, 1.68 and 1.93, individually. The chicks in group D were considerably different in feed exercise than the chicks in the other groups. The hulk weights of chicks in group A, B, C, D and E were 1161, 1215, 1227, 1243 and 1238g, individually. When compared to the added groups, the chicks in group "D" created considerably more corpse weight. However, little differences in giblet weights were found (Liver, Gizzard, Spleen and Heart). It was driven that broilers could be nurtured inexpensively by accumulating 15% linseed meal to fowl feed that had been water-acted for 24 hours at 37 °C.

Author(s) Details:

Meherunnisa Leghari,
Livestock Department, Government of Sindh, Pakistan.

Imdad Hussain Leghari,
Department of Poultry Husbandry, Sindh Agriculture University, Pakistan.

Abdullah Sethar,
Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Pakistan.

Gul Hassan Sethar,
Health Department, Government of Sindh, Pakistan.

Farzana Manzoor Sethar
Non Governmental Organization Social Activist, Pakistan.
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Poultry Research Achievements in Kuwait and Way Forward | Chapter 3 | Newest Updates in Agriculture and Veterinary Science Vol. 1

 Poultry analysts in Kuwait conducted many projects all the while the past three decades in collaboration accompanying the poultry builders and collected valuable controlled achievements. The fowl group improved broiler feed adeptness from 2.00 to 1.4. Feed efficiency of the Lohmann strains was 1.66 for dark and 1.64 for white, and of Hy-Line was 1.78 for dark and 1.87 for white, that is lower than the company guide feed adeptness. The protein requirement of the increasing local chickens was reduced from 21% to 18% and from 17% to 15% for tiers. Broilers raised at 32-42oC considerably gained more weight when taken 25 or 50% more vitamin join than the standard. Results also revealed that the protein step-down development feeding regimen (18-16-14%) of hens enhanced egg result and feed efficiency. Under a vehement environment, extreme levels of calcium (4.25%), phosphorus (0.9%), salt (0.5%), and a moderate level of metabolizable strength (2800 kJ/kg) are recommended for coatings. Using a combination of limited lighting (8 hr light/d) and limited feeding (8 hr feed/d) and high (3200 kJ/kg) or depressed (2900 kJ/kg) dietary strength resulted in a meaningful improvement of grill feed efficiency at 36oC. Using 1.5 or 3.0% of black beginning significantly enhanced the immune rank of Hy-Line hens. Using 10% flaxseed resulted in better feed effectiveness (1.45) than 17% flaxseed (1.98). Furthermore, using omega-3 greasy acids resulted in less total lipids (900.9 mg against 1820.62 mg) and a higher level of end-3 fatty acids (21.96 mg versus 104.45 mg). The end-6/omega-3 percentage was reduced from 6.76 to 1.19 for the improved broilers. In eggs, this percentage was reduced from 11.73 to 4.36 for the enriched seeds. Therefore, the goal of the current paper search out show the major accomplishments of poultry research, label the gaps, and propose resolutions to improve output and enhance manufacturing competitiveness.

Author(s) Details:

A. Al-Nasser,
Environment and Life Sciences Research Center, Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research, P.O.Box 24885, 13109 Safat, Kuwait.

H. Al-Khalaifah,
Environment and Life Sciences Research Center, Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research, P.O.Box 24885, 13109 Safat, Kuwait.

M. Al-Bahouh,
Environment and Life Sciences Research Center, Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research, P.O.Box 24885, 13109 Safat, Kuwait.

F. Khalil,
Environment and Life Sciences Research Center, Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research, P.O.Box 24885, 13109 Safat, Kuwait.

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The Analysis of Partnership Patterns and Broiler Supply Chain Management | Chapter 18 | Current Topics in Agricultural Sciences Vol. 2

 The animal industry, particularly poultry, has a lot of room for growth. As a result, as a business from upstream to downstream, a vertical integration system is required. To further understand this, research is being conducted on partnership patterns and supply chain management in order to ensure broiler access and production. The goal of the study was to learn more about broiler farming partnerships and their financial productivity. A study was conducted to determine the potential for partnerships with PIR broiler patterns, the feasibility of broiler business through PIR and independent partnerships, and standards for plasma business performance in partnerships in order to achieve this goal. The majority of the live broiler hens (90 percent) were sold to collectors, according to the findings of the investigation. Then it was disseminated to various customers via traders, including traditional markets, modern markets, restaurants, hotels, catering, and consumers. According to the findings of the partnership cooperation analysis, the coefficient of flexibility was 1.41, and the partners' reliance was 0.26, 2.32, and 0.033. The following coefficients were obtained using the success rate of broiler farming partnerships: net profit 0.26, time period for receiving business outcomes 0.35, 3.14, and 0.06, and productivity growth 1.40, 16.09, and 1.00. As a result, the partnership business model is more profitable than the independent business model from a financial standpoint. The success of the partnership system is dependent on the dedication of the two parties, in this example the core company and plasma farmers.

Author(S) Details

Sulistyo Sidik Purnomo
Department of Agronomy, Karawang Singaperbangsa University, Indonesia.

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