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View article: Research Data for the manuscript ”Rainwater Chemistry Shapes Soil Stability and Erosion Processes in Chernozem”
Research Data for the manuscript ”Rainwater Chemistry Shapes Soil Stability and Erosion Processes in Chernozem” Open
Table 1 Concentration (mg L-1) of total calcium ions (soluble and suspended) leached by rainwater and retained over time. Table 2 Concentrations of ∑(Ca2++Mg2+), total calcium (soluble and suspended), and organic matter (as CODCr) leached …
View article: Research Data for the manuscript ”Rainwater Chemistry Shapes Soil Stability and Erosion Processes in Chernozem”
Research Data for the manuscript ”Rainwater Chemistry Shapes Soil Stability and Erosion Processes in Chernozem” Open
Table 1 Concentration (mg L-1) of total calcium ions (soluble and suspended) leached by rainwater and retained over time. Table 2 Concentrations of ∑(Ca2++Mg2+), total calcium (soluble and suspended), and organic matter (as CODCr) leached …
View article: EFFECTS OF EUBIOTIC LIGNOCELLULOSE SUPPLEMENTAION ON PRODUCTION, BLOOD BIOMARKERS, INTESTINAL HEALTH, AND LITTER QUALITY IN BROILER CHICKENS
EFFECTS OF EUBIOTIC LIGNOCELLULOSE SUPPLEMENTAION ON PRODUCTION, BLOOD BIOMARKERS, INTESTINAL HEALTH, AND LITTER QUALITY IN BROILER CHICKENS Open
There is a great concern with maintaining the integrity of the digestive tract and limiting pathogenic load, which is critical for poultry performance. The dietary inclusion of new natural fiber sources can improve the poultry's gut health…
View article: Efficacy of a bacterial bedding conditioner in the reduction of footpad lesions in broilers
Efficacy of a bacterial bedding conditioner in the reduction of footpad lesions in broilers Open
Footpad dermatitis is a multifactorial condition that affects broiler welfare. We aimed to evaluate whether a bacterial compound sprinkled on the litter could have a positive effect on the formation of footpad lesions (FPL), a trial was co…
View article: Ternate Cinnamon Flour Supplementation (Cinnamomum spp.) in Ration on Internal Organ Phenotype, First Egg-Laying Age, and Quality of Quail Eggs (Coturnix coturnix japonica)
Ternate Cinnamon Flour Supplementation (Cinnamomum spp.) in Ration on Internal Organ Phenotype, First Egg-Laying Age, and Quality of Quail Eggs (Coturnix coturnix japonica) Open
This study aimed to evaluate the effect of supplementation of Ternate cinnamon flour (Cinnamomum spp.) in rations on internal organ phenotypes, age of first egg-laying and quality of Japanese quail eggs (Coturnix coturnix japonica). A tota…
View article: Energy, Environmental and Economic Analysis of Broiler Production Systems with and Without Photovoltaic Systems
Energy, Environmental and Economic Analysis of Broiler Production Systems with and Without Photovoltaic Systems Open
The study analyzed energy, environmental impact, and costs in intensive broiler production systems in the southeast of the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil, comparing scenarios with and without photovoltaic systems. Four configurations were e…
View article: Dinamika Populasi Azotobacter pada Tanah Ultisol Pertanaman Nanas: Pengaruh Kedalaman Bajak dan Jenis Kompos
Dinamika Populasi Azotobacter pada Tanah Ultisol Pertanaman Nanas: Pengaruh Kedalaman Bajak dan Jenis Kompos Open
The decline in pineapple production in Lampung Tengah regency occurred in 2023, where the decline reached 16.4% of the pineapple production in 2022 (8.6 million quintals). The decline in pineapple production came from PT Great Giant Pineap…
View article: Fruit weight estimation using image-based deep learning for use in dietary assessment
Fruit weight estimation using image-based deep learning for use in dietary assessment Open
View article: Effect of Morinda citrifolia L., citric acid, and Lactobacillus acidophilus on broiler growth performance, carcass traits, and litter quality
Effect of Morinda citrifolia L., citric acid, and Lactobacillus acidophilus on broiler growth performance, carcass traits, and litter quality Open
This study evaluated the effect of a feed additive combination, Morinda citrifolia leaf extract, citric acid, and Lactobacillus acidophilus (MCL) on broiler chicken performance, carcass traits, and litter quality. MCL contains bioactive co…
View article: Risks of keeping piglets on deep litter
Risks of keeping piglets on deep litter Open
The health of piglets in fattening significantly affects the efficiency of pig farming. Keeping piglets on deep litter with constant moisture and elevated temperature creates favorable conditions for the preservation and reproduction of sp…
View article: Assessment of the Welfare Quality of Commercial Laying Hens Kept in Conventional Cage and Deep Litter Systems at Different Ages
Assessment of the Welfare Quality of Commercial Laying Hens Kept in Conventional Cage and Deep Litter Systems at Different Ages Open
The effects of conventional cage and cage-free systems on the welfare quality of laying hens have been assessed recently, but with conflicting results. This study aimed to identify the welfare issues of laying hens when kept in a battery c…
View article: Comparison of Meat Quality and fibre Characteristics in Pigs Breeding in Cement Floor and Deep Litter Floor
Comparison of Meat Quality and fibre Characteristics in Pigs Breeding in Cement Floor and Deep Litter Floor Open
The quality of pork has become an increasing concern for consumers, yet the impacts of floor types on meat quality remain insufficiently understood. This study aimed to compare the meat quality and muscle fibre characteristics of pigs rais…
View article: The Effects of Bark Biochar Absorbent in Bagasse Litter on the Litter Quality and Weight of the Digestive Organs of Broiler Chickens
The Effects of Bark Biochar Absorbent in Bagasse Litter on the Litter Quality and Weight of the Digestive Organs of Broiler Chickens Open
Plantation waste, such as bagasse, is an alternative substitute for wood shavings as a litter for broiler chickens. However, it is difficult for bagasse to release moisture, so an absorbent material is needed to improve the quality of litt…
View article: Keel Bone Damage in Commercial Laying Hen Hybrids
Keel Bone Damage in Commercial Laying Hen Hybrids Open
This work reviews the influence of production systems, strain and age of laying hens on keel bone damages (KBDs) with the subsequent welfare implications and production losses. Damages to the keel bone are influenced to a greater extent by…
View article: Quantification of the effect of reducing dietary crude protein in broiler chickens on nitrogen flows and litter characteristics by meta-analysis
Quantification of the effect of reducing dietary crude protein in broiler chickens on nitrogen flows and litter characteristics by meta-analysis Open
View article: Assessment of Chicken Production Systems and Egg Quality Traits in and Around Borama District, Somaliland
Assessment of Chicken Production Systems and Egg Quality Traits in and Around Borama District, Somaliland Open
This study evaluated chicken production practices and egg quality traits among households in urban and rural villages of Borama District, Somaliland. A total of 131 respondents (67 urban and 64 rural) participated in the survey. The demogr…
View article: Evaluation of phytase super dosing and its combinations with other additives as an alternative to antibiotic growth promoters in broiler chickens reared in a deep litter system
Evaluation of phytase super dosing and its combinations with other additives as an alternative to antibiotic growth promoters in broiler chickens reared in a deep litter system Open
Introduction Antimicrobial growth promoters (AGPs) have traditionally been used in chicken production to improve performance. However, such products may promote the development and spread of antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs), which is …
View article: Genetic variability in juvenile growth traits of Ugandan indigenous chicken populations raised under an intensive deep litter system
Genetic variability in juvenile growth traits of Ugandan indigenous chicken populations raised under an intensive deep litter system Open
Uganda’s indigenous chickens (IC) display significant phenotypic diversity in body weight (BW) and growth performance. However, there has been no study on the genetic diversity related to juvenile BW and growth performance in indigenous ch…
View article: Effect of different litter materials on some behavioral patterns, growth performance, welfare indices, and carcass traits of Muscovy ducks
Effect of different litter materials on some behavioral patterns, growth performance, welfare indices, and carcass traits of Muscovy ducks Open
Background The current study was conducted to evaluate the effect of different litter materials on growth performance, some behavioral patterns, welfare indicators, and carcass traits in Muscovy ducks. A total of 84 healthy 2weeks old Musc…
View article: The effects of natural additives on litter condition, microclimate environment and antimicrobial resistance in the broiler chickens rearing
The effects of natural additives on litter condition, microclimate environment and antimicrobial resistance in the broiler chickens rearing Open
Introduction Feed additives like humic substances (HS) and probiotics (P) can enhance broiler health, production, welfare, and environmental conditions. Methods This study involved 120 one-day-old ROSS 308 broiler chicks divided into three…
View article: Effects of dietary grape pomace powder supplementation on the performance, egg quality, hatchability, and blood parameters of laying quails (<i>Coturnix coturnix japonica</i>)
Effects of dietary grape pomace powder supplementation on the performance, egg quality, hatchability, and blood parameters of laying quails (<i>Coturnix coturnix japonica</i>) Open
This study investigated the effects of dietary supplementation with grape pomace powder (GP) on the performance, egg quality and hatchability, and blood biochemistry of quails (Coturnix coturnix japonica). A total of 200 quails (323.90 ± 1…
View article: Factors affecting animal welfare on commercial broiler chicken farms in West Java, Indonesia
Factors affecting animal welfare on commercial broiler chicken farms in West Java, Indonesia Open
The welfare of fast-growing broiler chickens ( Gallus gallus domesticus ) raised in intensive farming systems is of global concern for the public, animal advocates and animal welfare scientists. This study investigated the animal husbandry…
View article: Effects of Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.), Onion (Allium cepa L.) Extracts as Feed Additive on Layers Performance, Hematological and Blood Biochemical Parameters of White Leghorn
Effects of Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.), Onion (Allium cepa L.) Extracts as Feed Additive on Layers Performance, Hematological and Blood Biochemical Parameters of White Leghorn Open
The study was conducted to evaluate the effects of rosemary and onion extracts on leave performances and some hematological and serum biochemical parameters of White Leghorn layers at Haramaya University Poultry Farm. One hundred twenty (1…
View article: Influence of herbal calcium supplements on nutrient utilisation, serum mineral concentration and leg health in commercial layers reared under the cage and deep litter systems
Influence of herbal calcium supplements on nutrient utilisation, serum mineral concentration and leg health in commercial layers reared under the cage and deep litter systems Open
This study aimed to evaluate the herbal calcium supplements in commercial layers under cage and deep litter systems of rearing. A total of 240 White Leghorn layers (Bovans) were distributed randomly into 4 different treatments with 4 repli…
View article: Effect of Various Types of Housing Systems in Poultry Especially Broilers
Effect of Various Types of Housing Systems in Poultry Especially Broilers Open
This study examines the impact of various housing systems on broiler chicken productivity, welfare, and overall performance. As poultry farming faces an increasing demand for meat production, understanding how different housing arrangement…
View article: Assessing sweet potato chips as a cost-effective alternative for maize in broiler’s diet
Assessing sweet potato chips as a cost-effective alternative for maize in broiler’s diet Open
The consistent increase in the price of feedstuff, especially maize, is one of the many challenges faced by the Nigerian populace, especially the livestock farmers. The post-COVID-19 influenced food insecurity had increased the cost of fee…
View article: The assessment of litter quality in broiler chickens: validity, inter-assessor reliability, and intra-assessor repeatability of three visual scoring systems
The assessment of litter quality in broiler chickens: validity, inter-assessor reliability, and intra-assessor repeatability of three visual scoring systems Open
1. This study evaluated the validity, inter-assessor reliability and intra-assessor repeatability of three visual scoring systems for litter quality, one known as the Welfare Quality Assessment Protocol© and two complementary systems for f…
View article: Effects of Housing Systems on Production Performance, Egg Quality, Tonic Immobility and Feather Score in Laying Hens
Effects of Housing Systems on Production Performance, Egg Quality, Tonic Immobility and Feather Score in Laying Hens Open
Background This study was designed to investigate the effects of different housing systems on production performance, egg quality and welfare in laying hens. Methods One hundred and twenty 42‐week‐old “Atak S” laying hens, purchased from a…
View article: EVALUATION OF GROWTH PERFORMANCE AND SURVIVABILITY OF TWO STRAINS OF LAYER CHICKEN AT STARTER PHASE OF PRODUCTION
EVALUATION OF GROWTH PERFORMANCE AND SURVIVABILITY OF TWO STRAINS OF LAYER CHICKEN AT STARTER PHASE OF PRODUCTION Open
The Nigeria poultry industry has over the years witnessed the introduction of different strains of layer chicken. The growth and productivity of these strains largely depend on the nutritional and climatic variables as well as genetic make…
View article: VARIATION IN LITTER SIZE AND ITS ASSOCIATION WITH PRE-WEANING WEIGHTS OF MONGREL RABBIT KITS REARED IN GUINEA SAVANNAH REGION OF NIGERIA
VARIATION IN LITTER SIZE AND ITS ASSOCIATION WITH PRE-WEANING WEIGHTS OF MONGREL RABBIT KITS REARED IN GUINEA SAVANNAH REGION OF NIGERIA Open
This work was aimed at investigating the effect of litter size on growth performance of mongrel rabbits reared in the Guinea savannah geo-ecological region of Nigeria. Thirteen mongrel rabbits does and four bucks were used as parents to ge…