Germán David Mendoza Martínez
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View article: Natural Habitat and Wild Behaviors of the Dwarf Cuttlefish, <i>Ascarosepion bandense</i>
Natural Habitat and Wild Behaviors of the Dwarf Cuttlefish, <i>Ascarosepion bandense</i> Open
The dwarf cuttlefish, Ascarosepion bandense (formerly Sepia bandensis ), is a coleoid cephalopod like octopus and squid, and an emerging model organism for scientific research. Dwarf cuttlefish can change the color, pattern, and texture of…
View article: Impact of Feeding Level and Multi-Nutrient Blocks with Polyherbals on Weight Changes and Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Lambs
Impact of Feeding Level and Multi-Nutrient Blocks with Polyherbals on Weight Changes and Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Lambs Open
In small-scale livestock production systems, low-quality diets constrain animal performance and increase enteric emissions, but both these impacts can be remediated using optimized feeding strategies. An experiment was conducted with lambs…
View article: The relationship between rumen microbiota and animal performance of lambs fed polyherbal additives
The relationship between rumen microbiota and animal performance of lambs fed polyherbal additives Open
The relationship between lamb productive parameters and changes in the ruminal microbial community in response to different polyherbal mixtures in the feed was analyzed. Ruminal fluid samples were collected from finishing lambs fed polyher…
View article: Effects of Salsola tragus as a Forage Source During Fattening on Productivity and Meat Metabolomics of Rambouillet Lambs
Effects of Salsola tragus as a Forage Source During Fattening on Productivity and Meat Metabolomics of Rambouillet Lambs Open
The aims of the current study were to characterize the natural compounds of Salsola tragus via GC-MS and determine its effects as a forage source on lamb growth, in vitro rumen fermentation kinetics, carcass quality, cellular damage, and m…
View article: Role of Calcium Propionate and Monensin on Performance, Rumen Fermentation Patterns, and Ruminal Bacterial Populations in Growing Lambs
Role of Calcium Propionate and Monensin on Performance, Rumen Fermentation Patterns, and Ruminal Bacterial Populations in Growing Lambs Open
The objective of this study was to determine the effects of dietary calcium propionate (CaPr) and monensin (MON) on lamb growth performance, ruminal volatile fatty acids (VFAs), methane (CH4) production, and ruminal bacteria and archaea po…
View article: Growth Performance, Health Parameters, and Blood Metabolites of Dairy Calves Supplemented with a Polyherbal Phytogenic Additive
Growth Performance, Health Parameters, and Blood Metabolites of Dairy Calves Supplemented with a Polyherbal Phytogenic Additive Open
This study aimed to evaluate the effects of dietary supplementation with increasing levels of a polyherbal phytogenic additive (PPA) on growth performance, health parameters, and blood metabolites of dairy calves. Forty female Holstein cal…
View article: Evaluation of different portions of the ImmuPlus® polyherbal additive fed to fattening lambs
Evaluation of different portions of the ImmuPlus® polyherbal additive fed to fattening lambs Open
Objective: To verify if the ImmuPlus® polyherbal feed additive (Tinospora cordifolia, Ocimum sanctum, Whitania somnifera, Andrographis paniculate, and Azadirachta indica) improves the productive performance of finishing lambs.Design/Method…
View article: Macroalgae Compound Characterizations and Their Effect on the Ruminal Microbiome in Supplemented Lambs
Macroalgae Compound Characterizations and Their Effect on the Ruminal Microbiome in Supplemented Lambs Open
The impact of macroalgae species on rumen function remains largely unexplored. This present study aimed to identify the biocompounds of the three types of marine macroalgae described: Macrocystis pyrifera (Brown), Ulva spp. (Lettuce), Mazz…
View article: Growth Performance, Rumen Fermentation, and Meat Quality of Finishing Lambs Supplemented with Calcium Propionate or Sodium Propionate
Growth Performance, Rumen Fermentation, and Meat Quality of Finishing Lambs Supplemented with Calcium Propionate or Sodium Propionate Open
This study aimed to evaluate the effect of dietary supplementation with calcium propionate (CaPr) or sodium propionate (NaPr) on growth performance, ruminal fermentation, and meat quality of finishing lambs. Twenty-seven non-castrated Creo…
View article: Growth Performance, Dietary Energetics, Blood Metabolites, Carcass Traits, Meat Quality, and Gene Expression of Lambs Supplemented with a Polyherbal Phytogenic Additive
Growth Performance, Dietary Energetics, Blood Metabolites, Carcass Traits, Meat Quality, and Gene Expression of Lambs Supplemented with a Polyherbal Phytogenic Additive Open
This study aimed to evaluate the effects of supplementation with a polyherbal phytogenic additive (PPA) on the productive performance, dietary energetics, blood metabolites, carcass traits, meat quality, and gene expression of finishing la…
View article: Meta-Analysis of Dietary Supplementation with Seaweed in Dairy Cows: Milk Yield and Composition, Nutrient Digestibility, Rumen Fermentation, and Enteric Methane Emissions
Meta-Analysis of Dietary Supplementation with Seaweed in Dairy Cows: Milk Yield and Composition, Nutrient Digestibility, Rumen Fermentation, and Enteric Methane Emissions Open
This study used a meta-analytic approach to evaluate the effects of dietary supplementation with seaweed on milk yield, milk composition, nutrient digestibility, ruminal fermentation, and enteric methane (CH4) emissions of dairy cows. Data…
View article: Nutritional evaluation and comparison of extraction processes of parota [Enterolobium cyclocarpum (Jacq.) Griseb. Mimosaceae] almonds
Nutritional evaluation and comparison of extraction processes of parota [Enterolobium cyclocarpum (Jacq.) Griseb. Mimosaceae] almonds Open
This study aimed to evaluate the effect of different forms of mechanical extraction and treatment on the composition and nutritional value of parota almonds. The composition of raw, cooked, roasted and sprouted almonds was analyzed. The yi…
View article: Influence of supplemental choline on milk yield, fatty acid profile, and weight changes in postpartum ewes and their offspring
Influence of supplemental choline on milk yield, fatty acid profile, and weight changes in postpartum ewes and their offspring Open
Background and Aim: The most intensive nutritional requirements occur during milk production’s peak. Ewe milk contains more protein and fat than cow milk. The nutritional factors significantly determine the composition. The liver undergoes…
View article: Evaluation of Increasing Dietary Concentrations of a Multi-Enzyme Complex in Feedlot Lambs’ Rations
Evaluation of Increasing Dietary Concentrations of a Multi-Enzyme Complex in Feedlot Lambs’ Rations Open
The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of increasing levels of the M-E complex (xylanase, glucanase, cellulase, and invertase) Optimax E® on the performance of growing lambs, their digestibility, and their rumen microbiota…
View article: Unveiling activity patterns of the deer Odocoileus virginianus (Artiodactyla: Cervidae) and its predators in Mexico's Arid Region
Unveiling activity patterns of the deer Odocoileus virginianus (Artiodactyla: Cervidae) and its predators in Mexico's Arid Region Open
Introduction: Size, predator presence, and habitat nutritional quality influence herbivorous species' activity patterns and resource utilization. Objectives: This study aims to determine the relative abundance and activity patterns of whit…
View article: Neem (Azadirachta indica A. Juss) leaves as growth promoter in lambs’ diets
Neem (Azadirachta indica A. Juss) leaves as growth promoter in lambs’ diets Open
Objective: To evaluate the dietary inclusion of neem leaves on the productive and biochemical performance of fattening lambs. Design/methodology: Forty male lambs were assigned according to a completely randomized design. Treatments consis…
View article: A Polyherbal Mixture with Nutraceutical Properties for Ruminants: A Meta-Analysis and Review of BioCholine Powder
A Polyherbal Mixture with Nutraceutical Properties for Ruminants: A Meta-Analysis and Review of BioCholine Powder Open
BioCholine Powder is a polyherbal feed additive composed of Achyrantes aspera, Trachyspermum ammi, Azadirachta indica, and Citrullus colocynthis. The objective of this study was to analyze published results that support the hypothesis that…
View article: EVALUATION OF AN HERBAL FEED SUPPLEMENT (ANIMUNIN POWDER®) IN NURSING LAMBS FOR GROWTH AND HEALTH
EVALUATION OF AN HERBAL FEED SUPPLEMENT (ANIMUNIN POWDER®) IN NURSING LAMBS FOR GROWTH AND HEALTH Open
Enteric and respiratory infections cause lamb death during and after weaning, resulting in economic losses in intensive ovine production systems. These infections have been treated with antibiotics, but their inadequate use has resulted in…
View article: Supplementation of White-tailed deer increases the size of the assemblages and the presence of predators in the area
Supplementation of White-tailed deer increases the size of the assemblages and the presence of predators in the area Open
The use of supplements to increase the body and antler size in Odocoileus virginianus (white-tailed deer) is rampant; however, the impact of this strategy on the size of surrounding species assemblages needs to be better understood. This w…
View article: Effect of Azadirachta indica and Phyllanthus niruri Plant Meal on Performance and Health in Growing Calves
Effect of Azadirachta indica and Phyllanthus niruri Plant Meal on Performance and Health in Growing Calves Open
Background: During perinatal period, the immune system of calves is developing, making them vulnerable to infectious diseases that affect their growth or increasing mortality. Phytobiotics have various physiological effects on animals that…
View article: Meta-analysis of flavonoids use into beef and dairy cattle diet: Performance, antioxidant status, ruminal fermentation, meat quality, and milk composition
Meta-analysis of flavonoids use into beef and dairy cattle diet: Performance, antioxidant status, ruminal fermentation, meat quality, and milk composition Open
The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of dietary supplementation with flavonoids (FLAs) on animal performance, diet digestibility, antioxidant status in blood serum, rumen parameters, meat quality, and milk composition in…
View article: Effect of the Supplementation Using an Herbal Mixture as a Choline Source during Early Gestation in Rambouillet Ewes
Effect of the Supplementation Using an Herbal Mixture as a Choline Source during Early Gestation in Rambouillet Ewes Open
Previous research indicates that adequate choline nutrition during late gestation improves fetal development. However, there is a lack of studies describing choline’s role during early gestation. Thus, the current study hypothesizes that a…
View article: Evaluation of herbal choline in productive performance and blood metabolites of ewes
Evaluation of herbal choline in productive performance and blood metabolites of ewes Open
Objective: To evaluate the effect of different levels of protected herbal choline (CHP) on productive performance, carcass characteristics, and serum metabolites in ewes. Design/Methodology/Approach: Fifty-two Hampshire × Suffolk ewes (29.…
View article: Essential Oils as a Dietary Additive for Small Ruminants: A Meta-Analysis on Performance, Rumen Parameters, Serum Metabolites, and Product Quality
Essential Oils as a Dietary Additive for Small Ruminants: A Meta-Analysis on Performance, Rumen Parameters, Serum Metabolites, and Product Quality Open
There is an increasing pressure to identify natural feed additives that improve the productivity and health of livestock, without affecting the quality of derived products. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of dietary…
View article: Herbal Mixtures based on Indian Medicinal Plants in Growing Lambs and Ruminal Environments
Herbal Mixtures based on Indian Medicinal Plants in Growing Lambs and Ruminal Environments Open
Background: The prohibition of the use of antibiotics in lamb feeding requires the search for natural alternatives that can improve productive performance and ruminal fermentation parameters. Herbal mixtures can function as cost-effective …
View article: Herbal Vitamin C Prevents DNA Oxidation and Modifies the Metabolomic Water Profile of Tilapia (Oreochromis spp.)
Herbal Vitamin C Prevents DNA Oxidation and Modifies the Metabolomic Water Profile of Tilapia (Oreochromis spp.) Open
This experiment aimed to evaluate the effects of herbal vitamin C at different levels on tilapia (Oreochromis spp.) growth, potential DNA damage, and the metabolomic profile of water effluent. Forty-five tilapias were housed in separate pl…
View article: Application of an Electronic Nose and HS-SPME/GC-MS to Determine Volatile Organic Compounds in Fresh Mexican Cheese
Application of an Electronic Nose and HS-SPME/GC-MS to Determine Volatile Organic Compounds in Fresh Mexican Cheese Open
Electronic devices have been used to describe chemical compounds in the food industry. However, there are different models and manufacturers of these devices; thus, there has been little consistency in the type of compounds and methods use…
View article: A Meta-Analysis of Essential Oils Use for Beef Cattle Feed: Rumen Fermentation, Blood Metabolites, Meat Quality, Performance and, Environmental and Economic Impact
A Meta-Analysis of Essential Oils Use for Beef Cattle Feed: Rumen Fermentation, Blood Metabolites, Meat Quality, Performance and, Environmental and Economic Impact Open
The objective of this study was to see how dietary supplementation with essential oils (EOs) affected rumen fermentation, blood metabolites, growth performance and meat quality of beef cattle through a meta-analysis. In addition, a simulat…
View article: Influence of a Polyherbal Choline Source in Dogs: Body Weight Changes, Blood Metabolites, and Gene Expression
Influence of a Polyherbal Choline Source in Dogs: Body Weight Changes, Blood Metabolites, and Gene Expression Open
Choline chloride is used to provide choline in dog foods; however, in other domestic species, it has been replaced with a polyherbal containing phosphatidylcholine. A polyherbal containing Achyrantes aspera, Trachyspermum ammi, Citrullus c…
View article: Effects of a Polyherbal Dietary Additive on Performance, Dietary Energetics, Carcass Traits, and Blood Metabolites of Finishing Lambs
Effects of a Polyherbal Dietary Additive on Performance, Dietary Energetics, Carcass Traits, and Blood Metabolites of Finishing Lambs Open
The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of dietary supplementation of a polyherbal additive (PA) containing hydrolyzable tannins, flavonoids, and essential oils on productive performance, dietary energetics, carcass and mea…