This page provides articles on feed and additives for poultry. Nutrition management is a key element in animal health and performance. Feeding and nutrition is one of the rising topics in the veterinary field.
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Chikimune: herbal supplement increases broiler performance
Usually in commercial hatchery, chicks that hatch early remain in the hatcher, until a large portion of the egg population has hatched out. Similarly, once the hatch is pulled, other procedures such as sexing, sorting, vaccination, packing and transportation further prolongs the fasting period experienced by the chicks.
During this period residues accumulated in the yolk sac provides immediate post hatch energy and protein for maintenance and growth. The absorption of essential nutrients and maternal... read more »
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Microbial phytase in poultry nutrition
During the past decade, the inclusion of microbial phytase in poultry diets has increased remarkably, mainly in response to heightened concerns over phosphorus (P) pollution of the environment. The capacity of this feed enzyme to release phytate-bound P and reduce P excretion is now well documented. read more >
Evaluation of the efficacy of vitamin D3 or its metabolites on thiram-induced tibial dyschondroplasia in chickens
Two trials were conducted to determine if thiram-induced tibial dyschondroplasia (TD) in chickens was linked to a vitamin D deficiency and calcium homeostasis dysregulation, and whether feeding vitamin D fortified diets may prevent it. read more >
Evaluation of Lactobacillus reuteri Pg4 strain expressing heterologous β-glucanase as a probiotic in poultry diets based on barley
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of Lactobacillus reuteri Pg4 transformants (TLB) harbouring the heterologous β-glucanase gene as a probiotic supplement in a barley-based poultry diet. read more >
Effects on poultry and livestock of feed contamination with bacteria and fungi
Animal feed may serve as a carrier for a wide variety of microorganisms. The primary mode of inoculation of feed materials is the transference of soil by wind, rain, mechanical agitation, or insects to standing crops. read more >
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