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View article: Optimizing Essential Oil Mixtures: Synergistic Effects on Cattle Rumen Fermentation and Methane Emission
Optimizing Essential Oil Mixtures: Synergistic Effects on Cattle Rumen Fermentation and Methane Emission Open
Ruminant livestock contribute significantly to methane emissions, necessitating sustainable mitigation strategies. Essential oils (EOs) show promise for modulating ruminal fermentation, but their synergistic effects remain underexplored. T…
View article: Lactational and digestive responses of reducing dietary protein level and supplementing rumen-protected methionine in early-lactation dairy ewes
Lactational and digestive responses of reducing dietary protein level and supplementing rumen-protected methionine in early-lactation dairy ewes Open
We used 48 multiparous Lacaune dairy ewes (37 ± 2 DIM) to assess the effects of CP and digestible methionine levels on the performance, digestibility, metabolic efficiency and oxidative status of high-yielding dairy ewes in early lactation…
View article: A network meta-analysis on the efficacy of different mycotoxin binders to reduce aflatoxin M1 in milk after aflatoxin B1 challenge in dairy cows
A network meta-analysis on the efficacy of different mycotoxin binders to reduce aflatoxin M1 in milk after aflatoxin B1 challenge in dairy cows Open
The objective of this network meta-analysis was to determine the efficacy of different mycotoxin binders (MTB) to reduce aflatoxin M1 (AFM1) in milk. A literature search was conducted to identify in vivo research papers from different data…
View article: A network meta-analysis of the impact of feed-grade and slow-release ureas on lactating dairy cattle
A network meta-analysis of the impact of feed-grade and slow-release ureas on lactating dairy cattle Open
A network meta-analysis was conducted to determine the effects of feeding feed-grade urea (FGU) or slow-release urea (SRU) as a replacement for true protein supplements (control; CTR) in high-producing dairy cattle diets. Research papers w…
View article: The efficacy of mycotoxin binders to control mycotoxins in feeds and the potential risk of interactions with nutrient: a review
The efficacy of mycotoxin binders to control mycotoxins in feeds and the potential risk of interactions with nutrient: a review Open
Mycotoxicosis are a common problem in livestock, where a group of six major mycotoxins represents a high risk for animal health and production profits. Mycotoxin binders (MTB) can reduce the mycotoxin burden in the gastrointestinal tract o…
View article: Effect of Diet Supplementation with the Mycotoxin Binder Montmorillonite on the Bioavailability of Vitamins in Dairy Cows
Effect of Diet Supplementation with the Mycotoxin Binder Montmorillonite on the Bioavailability of Vitamins in Dairy Cows Open
The objective of this study was to determine the effect of the mycotoxin binder montmorillonite (MMT) supplemented in the diet of dairy cows on the bioavailability of vitamins A, D, E, B1 and B6. Six multiparous Holstein-Friesian cows were…
View article: Short Communication: Quantification of the Effect of Mycotoxin Binders on the Bioavailability of Fat-Soluble Vitamins In Vitro
Short Communication: Quantification of the Effect of Mycotoxin Binders on the Bioavailability of Fat-Soluble Vitamins In Vitro Open
The aim of this study was to determine the capacity of six mycotoxin binders (MTBs) to adsorb vitamins A, D and E in an in vitro system that simulates gastric and intestinal digestion. Experiment 1 evaluated the recovery rate of vitamins A…
View article: 67 Current Status and Future Prospective of the Use of Plant Bioactive Compounds in Dairy and Beef Cattle
67 Current Status and Future Prospective of the Use of Plant Bioactive Compounds in Dairy and Beef Cattle Open
In the last 20 years there has been extensive in vitro research on the effects of plant extracts and essential oils on rumen microbial fermentation. The main objectives have been to improve energy metabolism through a reduction in methane …
View article: Relative bioavailability of 3 rumen-undegradable methionine sources in dairy cows using the area under the curve technique
Relative bioavailability of 3 rumen-undegradable methionine sources in dairy cows using the area under the curve technique Open
The objective of this study was to evaluate the relative bioavailability of two 2-hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butanoic isopropyl esters (HMBi) obtained through different production processes and an encapsulated rumen-protected Met using the area…
View article: Interactions among Natural Active Ingredients to Improve the Efficiency of Rumen Fermentation In Vitro
Interactions among Natural Active Ingredients to Improve the Efficiency of Rumen Fermentation In Vitro Open
Twelve essential oils (EO): Anise star, cassia, geraniol, lemongrass (LEM), limonene, thyme, tea tree, coriander (COR), capsicum, black pepper, turmeric and ginger (GIN), in Experiment 1 at three doses; and different combinations of LEM, C…
View article: Prepartum behavior changes in dry Holstein cows at risk of postpartum diseases
Prepartum behavior changes in dry Holstein cows at risk of postpartum diseases Open
The objective of this study was to identify changes in prepartum behavior associated with the incidence of postpartum diseases in dairy cows. Multiparous Holstein cows (n = 489) were monitored with accelerometers for 3 wk prepartum. Accele…
View article: In vitro assessment of the capacity of certain mycotoxin binders to adsorb some amino acids and water-soluble vitamins
In vitro assessment of the capacity of certain mycotoxin binders to adsorb some amino acids and water-soluble vitamins Open
The objective of this study was to evaluate the capacity of 6 mycotoxin binders (MTB) to adsorb 3 AA and 4 water-soluble vitamins (WSV). Two experiments were conducted in in vitro conditions to simulate postruminal digestion with pepsin, m…
View article: The Use of an Activity Monitoring System for the Early Detection of Health Disorders in Young Bulls
The Use of an Activity Monitoring System for the Early Detection of Health Disorders in Young Bulls Open
Bulls (n = 770, average age = 127 days, SD = 53 days of age) were fitted with an activity monitoring device for three months to study if behavior could be used for early detection of diseases. The device measured the number of steps, lying…
View article: Using behavior as an early predictor of sickness in veal calves
Using behavior as an early predictor of sickness in veal calves Open
The objective of this study was to analyze whether changes in behavior can be a good early predictor of sickness in calves. Friesian males calves (n = 325; 30 ± 9 d of age; 65 ± 15 kg) were monitored with an activity-monitoring device from…
View article: Effect of the Degree of Polymerization of Fructans on Ex Vivo Fermented Human Gut Microbiome
Effect of the Degree of Polymerization of Fructans on Ex Vivo Fermented Human Gut Microbiome Open
Prebiotic supplements are used to promote gastrointestinal health by stimulating beneficial bacteria. The aim of this study was to compare the potential prebiotic effects of fructans with increasing degrees of polymerization, namely fructo…
View article: Effect of increasing the level of alfalfa hay in finishing beef heifer diets on intake, sorting, and feeding behavior1
Effect of increasing the level of alfalfa hay in finishing beef heifer diets on intake, sorting, and feeding behavior1 Open
Eight rumen cannulated Simmental heifers (BW = 281.4 ± 7.28 kg) were randomly assigned to one of four experimental treatments in a 4 × 4 replicated Latin square design to ascertain the effects of increasing levels of alfalfa hay on intake,…
View article: Performance, behaviour and meat quality of beef heifers fed concentrate and straw offered as total mixed ration or free-choice
Performance, behaviour and meat quality of beef heifers fed concentrate and straw offered as total mixed ration or free-choice Open
Eighteen Simmental heifers were fed concentrate and barley straw offered as a total mixed ration (TMR) or separately as a free choice (FCH) to compare performance, behaviour, and meat quality. The heifers were assigned to treatments in a r…