N. J. Anyanwu
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View article: <xhtml:span xmlns:xhtml="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en">Molecular evolutionary phylogeny of 16S rRNA fragments from Ugba&#160; ( Pentaclethra macrophylla) seeds</xhtml:span>
Molecular evolutionary phylogeny of 16S rRNA fragments from Ugba  ( Pentaclethra macrophylla) seeds Open
The evolutionary analysis of bacteria species harbouring 16S RNA sequences detected in the oil bean seed Ugba was carried out. The food product has a high socio-economic relevance to communities where they are consumed. However, reports fr…
View article: An Assessment and Nutritional Quality of the Varieties of Roughage Feeds Sold in Selected Livestock Markets in Owerri and Port Harcourt Cities in Nigeria
An Assessment and Nutritional Quality of the Varieties of Roughage Feeds Sold in Selected Livestock Markets in Owerri and Port Harcourt Cities in Nigeria Open
Roughages are an indispensable component in ruminant nutrition because a proper balance of fibre and readily available carbohydrates is essential for efficient rumen function. Unlike feeds high in starches and sugars that digest very quick…
View article: THE EFFECT OF GROWTH PERIOD ON THE MACRO AND MICRO MINERAL CONCENTRATION IN SORGHUM AND MILLET HYDROPONICS FODDERS
THE EFFECT OF GROWTH PERIOD ON THE MACRO AND MICRO MINERAL CONCENTRATION IN SORGHUM AND MILLET HYDROPONICS FODDERS Open
This study determined the growth effect of the sprouting period on macro and micro mineral concentration of hydroponics fodder produced from white sorghum, red sorghum (sorghum bicolor) and millet (pennisetum glacum) seed. 2.5 kilograms ea…
View article: Linking Agriculture, Nutrition and Health: Perspectives for Enhanced African and Livestock Researchers Participation
Linking Agriculture, Nutrition and Health: Perspectives for Enhanced African and Livestock Researchers Participation Open
In this paper, we present our perspectives of a global annual Agriculture, Nutrition and Health (ANH) Academy Week held at Accra, Ghana in June 2018, with the objective of determining the regional, disciplinary and affiliations diversity o…
View article: The Influence of Organic Manures on Proximate Composition, Minerals, Anti-nutrients and Vitamins of Selected Legume Forage
The Influence of Organic Manures on Proximate Composition, Minerals, Anti-nutrients and Vitamins of Selected Legume Forage Open
This study investigated the influence of three organic manure on the nutritional composition of three leguminous forages - Soybeans, Cowpeas, and Groundnuts, cultivated in the coastal Rainforest of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The four differ…
View article: The Influence of Organic Manures on Proximate Composition, Minerals, Anti-nutrients and Vitamins of Selected Legume Forage
The Influence of Organic Manures on Proximate Composition, Minerals, Anti-nutrients and Vitamins of Selected Legume Forage Open
This study investigated the influence of three organic manure on the nutritional composition of three leguminous forages - Soybeans, Cowpeas, and Groundnuts, cultivated in the coastal Rainforest of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The four differ…
View article: Biodegradation of Leguminous Husks into High Protein Feed Products Using Oyster Mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus)
Biodegradation of Leguminous Husks into High Protein Feed Products Using Oyster Mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus) Open
Background and Objective: High cost of conventional feedstuff is a major constraint to commercial livestock production in Nigeria.Leguminous crop residues which are abundant and cheap can fill the gap but are of very low nutrient quality.T…
View article: Effect of different manures on establishment and growth of Moringa oleifera seedlings in Owerri, South East Nigeria
Effect of different manures on establishment and growth of Moringa oleifera seedlings in Owerri, South East Nigeria Open
The recent increase in awareness of the various nutritional and medicinal benefits of Moringa oleifera plant has given rise to a high demand for the plant and its products.Moringa trees have been reported to perform well in backyard garden…
View article: Growth performance characteristics of broiler starter birds fed three Moringa oleifera fractions as additive without mineral and amino acid supplementation
Growth performance characteristics of broiler starter birds fed three Moringa oleifera fractions as additive without mineral and amino acid supplementation Open
The addition of different plant parts as supplement in the diets of poultry has been reported to have some effects on animal physiology and biochemical functions. This study evaluated the growth performance of broiler starter chickens fed …
View article: Growth performance and haematological characteristics of broiler finisher chickens fed palm kernel cake as partial replacement for maize and Soya bean
Growth performance and haematological characteristics of broiler finisher chickens fed palm kernel cake as partial replacement for maize and Soya bean Open
High feed cost resulting from the use of conventional feed ingredients represents a major challenge in broiler production in South-East Nigeria. Feed constitutes 70% of the cost of production of broiler chickens hence, the replacement of u…
View article: Sheep and goat farming in Imo state Southeast Nigeria: A traditional vocation at the verge of extinction?
Sheep and goat farming in Imo state Southeast Nigeria: A traditional vocation at the verge of extinction? Open
Since prehistoric times, sheep and goat farming has been an integral part of the farming system of the people of South east Nigeria. This study investigated the current state of sheep and goat farming amongst households in Imo State south …
View article: Physicochemical Characterizations of Leaf Meals Derived from Tropical Plants as Possible Nutraceuticals in Animal Production
Physicochemical Characterizations of Leaf Meals Derived from Tropical Plants as Possible Nutraceuticals in Animal Production Open
Background and Objective: The leaves of many tropical plants are habitually given to animals as fodder without adequate knowledge of the nutritional and pharmacological compositions that generate their desirable effects.The objective of th…
View article: Performance and haemato - Biochemical profiles of west African dwarf (Wad) Does fed selected crop by-products in Nigeria
Performance and haemato - Biochemical profiles of west African dwarf (Wad) Does fed selected crop by-products in Nigeria Open
This study was conducted to investigate the performance and haemato-biochemical parameters of WAD Does fed crop by-products: Yam peels(T1YP) Cassava peels (T2CP), Sweet potato peels (T3SPP) and Ripe plantain peels (T4RRP) in humid tropical…