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View article: Relation between proteome characterization and semen quality in Italian chicken breeds
Relation between proteome characterization and semen quality in Italian chicken breeds Open
The conservation of local chicken breeds is essential to safeguard genetic biodiversity and promote sustainable poultry production. Sperm cryopreservation is a key tool for the long-term maintenance of genetic diversity by enabling the sto…
View article: Effects of Saccharomyces cerevisiae Hydrolysate on Broiler Performance and Gut Health
Effects of Saccharomyces cerevisiae Hydrolysate on Broiler Performance and Gut Health Open
In recent years, scientific interest in functional ingredients capable of replacing the non-therapeutic use of antibiotics in animal feed has intensified, fostering the exploration of novel additives such as Saccharomyces cerevisiae hydrol…
View article: Live yeast supplementation improves apparent nutrient digestibility of high-fibre diet in mature quarter horses
Live yeast supplementation improves apparent nutrient digestibility of high-fibre diet in mature quarter horses Open
This study aimed to evaluate the effects of live yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae, BioCell® S12, DBVPG 48 SF, Mazzoleni spa, Bergamo, Italy) in mature horses fed a high forage:concentrate ratio diet on apparent nutrients digestibility. Eigh…
View article: Enniatin B alters bovine polymorphonuclear leukocytes phagocytosis and extracellular reactive oxygen species production in vitro
Enniatin B alters bovine polymorphonuclear leukocytes phagocytosis and extracellular reactive oxygen species production in vitro Open
Enniatins (ENNs) affect human and animal health. Different ENN analogs have been identified, but Enniatin B (ENN B) is the most detected in foods and feeds. This study investigated the effect of ENN B on bovine polymorphonuclear leukocytes…
View article: A proposal for the development of a feed consumption database using a standardised feed classification system
A proposal for the development of a feed consumption database using a standardised feed classification system Open
There is currently no comprehensive feed consumption database using a harmonised feed classification system. This means there is a lack of accurate information on the individual amount of feed consumed daily by farmed and companion animals…
View article: Yeast mixture supplementation modulates faecal microbiota and ileum morphology of weaning pigs
Yeast mixture supplementation modulates faecal microbiota and ileum morphology of weaning pigs Open
Different yeast strains benefit postweaning piglets by promoting intestinal health. The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of a yeast mixture containing Kluyveromyces marxianus fragilis, Pichia guilliermondii, and Saccha…
View article: Diet-induced changes in the jejunal microbiota of developing broilers reduce the abundance of Enterococcus hirae and Enterococcus faecium
Diet-induced changes in the jejunal microbiota of developing broilers reduce the abundance of Enterococcus hirae and Enterococcus faecium Open
Modern broiler breeds allow for high feed efficiency and rapid growth, which come at a cost of increased susceptibility to pathogens and disease. Broiler growth rate, feed efficiency, and health are affected by the composition of the gut m…
View article: Dietary strategies can increase cloacal endotoxin levels and modulate the resident microbiota in broiler chickens
Dietary strategies can increase cloacal endotoxin levels and modulate the resident microbiota in broiler chickens Open
Endotoxins released from poultry feces have been associated with impaired human health. Because endotoxins are released from gram-negative intestinal bacteria, it was hypothesized that dietary strategies may influence endotoxin excretion v…
View article: Hydrolysed yeast from <i>Kluyveromyces fragilis</i> improves plasma antioxidant efficiency and immunoglobulin concentration, and faecal microbiota of weaned piglets
Hydrolysed yeast from <i>Kluyveromyces fragilis</i> improves plasma antioxidant efficiency and immunoglobulin concentration, and faecal microbiota of weaned piglets Open
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of hydrolysed yeast from Kluyveromyces fragilis (HK) on growth performance, diarrhoea incidence, plasma antioxidant efficiency and immune status, and faecal microbiota of weaned piglets. A t…
View article: Impact of diet on jejunal microbiota composition during broiler development with special focus on<i>Enterococcus hirae</i>and<i>Enterococcus faecium</i>
Impact of diet on jejunal microbiota composition during broiler development with special focus on<i>Enterococcus hirae</i>and<i>Enterococcus faecium</i> Open
Modern broiler breeds allow for high feed efficiency and rapid growth, but come at a cost of increased susceptibility to pathogens and disease. Broiler growth rate, feed efficiency, and health are furthermore affected by the composition of…
View article: The Role of Yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae in Supporting Gut Health in Horses: An Updated Review on Its Effects on Digestibility and Intestinal and Fecal Microbiota
The Role of Yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae in Supporting Gut Health in Horses: An Updated Review on Its Effects on Digestibility and Intestinal and Fecal Microbiota Open
To support the overall health of horses, it is essential to maintain an optimal gut health (GH) status, which encompasses several physiological and functional aspects, including the balance and functionality of intestinal microbial populat…
View article: Broiler resilience to colibacillosis is affected by incubation temperature and post-hatch feeding strategy
Broiler resilience to colibacillosis is affected by incubation temperature and post-hatch feeding strategy Open
Colibacillosis is a poultry disease that negatively affects welfare and causes economic losses. Treatment with antibiotics raises concerns on antimicrobial resistance. Consequently, alternative approaches to enhance poultry resilience are …
View article: Yeast-Derived Products: The Role of Hydrolyzed Yeast and Yeast Culture in Poultry Nutrition—A Review
Yeast-Derived Products: The Role of Hydrolyzed Yeast and Yeast Culture in Poultry Nutrition—A Review Open
Yeasts are single-cell eukaryotic microorganisms that are largely employed in animal nutrition for their beneficial effects, which are owed to their cellular components and bioactive compounds, among which are mannans, β-glucans, nucleotid…
View article: Live Yeast Supplementation in Gestating and Lactating Primiparous Sows Improves Immune Response in Dams and Their Progeny
Live Yeast Supplementation in Gestating and Lactating Primiparous Sows Improves Immune Response in Dams and Their Progeny Open
The present study determined the effects of live yeast (LY) supplementation during middle–late gestation and the lactation period in primiparous sows on reproductive parameters, lactation performance, and immunity, and also explores the ca…
View article: Dietary Mannan Oligosaccharides Modulate Gut Inflammatory Response and Improve Duodenal Villi Height in Post-Weaning Piglets Improving Feed Efficiency
Dietary Mannan Oligosaccharides Modulate Gut Inflammatory Response and Improve Duodenal Villi Height in Post-Weaning Piglets Improving Feed Efficiency Open
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of mannan oligosaccharides (MOS) on gut health and performance in post-weaning piglets. In total, 40 piglets were divided into two experimental groups and fed a basal diet with (TRT) or wit…
View article: Green Tea and Pomegranate Extract Administered During Critical Moments of the Production Cycle Improves Blood Antiradical Activity and Alters Cecal Microbial Ecology of Broiler Chickens
Green Tea and Pomegranate Extract Administered During Critical Moments of the Production Cycle Improves Blood Antiradical Activity and Alters Cecal Microbial Ecology of Broiler Chickens Open
Phytobiotics are usually tested in feed and throughout the production cycle. However, it could be beneficial to evaluate their effects when administered only during critical moments, such as changes in feeding phases. The aim of the trial …
View article: Effects of nucleotides administration on growth performance and immune response of post-weaning piglets
Effects of nucleotides administration on growth performance and immune response of post-weaning piglets Open
The aim of this study was to assess the effect of nucleotides administration on growth performance and immune response in post-weaning piglets. Twenty-eight male weaned piglets, homogeneous for age and weight were randomly allocated to two…
View article: NEW TECHNOLOGICAL AND NUTRITIONAL APPROACHES IN LIVESTOCK FARMING
NEW TECHNOLOGICAL AND NUTRITIONAL APPROACHES IN LIVESTOCK FARMING Open
The livestock sector is facing a huge challenge trying to meet the increasing demand of animal products. To this end several efforts have been done to enhance animals? performances, and nutrition provides a valuable asset. Animals? perform…
View article: TMR mixer wagon real time moisture measurement of animal forages
TMR mixer wagon real time moisture measurement of animal forages Open
A system, based on microwave resonance technology, to measure the forages moisture during TMR mixer wagon loading was implemented and tested. A commercial microwave moisture sensor for bulk materials was used. It was first calibrated over …
View article: Influence of different loading levels, cutting and mixing times on total mixed ration (TMR) homogeneity in a vertical mixing wagon during distribution: a case study
Influence of different loading levels, cutting and mixing times on total mixed ration (TMR) homogeneity in a vertical mixing wagon during distribution: a case study Open
This study investigated the influence of different loading levels, cutting and mixing times on total mixed ration (TMR) homogeneity delivered along the feeding alley of dairy cows. The TMR homogeneity along the alley was investigated accor…
View article: Chemical homogeneity and particle size distribution of dairy cow TMR along the feeding alley with different mixing times
Chemical homogeneity and particle size distribution of dairy cow TMR along the feeding alley with different mixing times Open
Following the concepts of precision feeding, the right components balance (Sova et al., 2014) and the correct particle size distribution (PSD, Khan et al., 2014) of total mixed ration (TMR) are essential for a complete homogeneity of the d…
View article: Real-time dry matter content of corn silage by a microwave sensor
Real-time dry matter content of corn silage by a microwave sensor Open
Daily dry matter (DM) intake in dairy cow is a central point to meet nutritional requirements and optimal performance, reducing the incidence of metabolic diseases. DM content of some forages, such as silages, can undergo huge variations d…