Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science

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In ovo feeding of probiotic lactobacilli differentially alters expression of genes involved in the development and immunological maturation of bursa of Fabricius in pre-hatched chicks

Shreeya Sharma, Raveendra R. Kulkarni, Shayan Sharif, Hosni Hassan, Mohammadali Alizadeh, Scott Pratt, Khaled Abdelaziz

Summary: The study investigates the impact of exposing chick embryos to antigens via in ovo delivery of poultry-specific lactobacilli on the expression of genes associated with early bursal development and maturation. Results indicate that the supplementation of poultry-specific lactobacilli to chick embryos can accelerate the development and immunological maturation of the bursa of Fabricius.

POULTRY SCIENCE (2024)

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Genotyping and phylogeography of infectious bronchitis virus isolates from Pakistan show unique linkage to GI-24 lineage

Waqar Saleem, Nick Vereecke, Muhammad Goher Zaman, Farhan Afzal, Iqra Reman, Saeed ul-Hasan Khan, Hans Nauwynck

Summary: This study investigated the genotypes and molecular epidemiology of infectious bronchitis virus (IBV) in Pakistan. The results showed that the virus in Pakistan belongs to genotype I (GI), with a majority of the isolates belonging to the GI-24 lineage. The study also identified possible introductions of the GI-13 lineage from Afghanistan, China, and/or Egypt.

POULTRY SCIENCE (2024)

Article Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science

Research Note: Reducing food loss in the manufacturing process of chickens by reconditioning dropped raw poultry carcasses with peroxyacetic acid and sodium hypochlorite (chlorine) solution

Lisa A. Riesberg, Amanda Brookhouser-Sisney, Maurisa Mansaray, Angela Johnson, Rodrigo Sanchez

Summary: Food waste and loss are a growing concern in the manufacturing industry, especially in the automated process of chicken production where contamination and disposal of dropped chickens occur. This study suggests a reconditioning procedure that effectively reduces aerobic microbial growth on salvaged chicken products, making it a viable solution to reduce food waste at a manufacturing level.

POULTRY SCIENCE (2024)

Article Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science

Protective impacts of mitochondria enhancers against thermal stress in poultry

Khloud M. Algothmi, Zeinab M. H. Mahasneh, Sameh A. Abdelnour, Qahtan A. W. Khalaf, Ahmed E. Noreldin, Rasha A. Barkat, Norhan E. Khalifa, Asmaa F. Khafaga, Guillermo Tellez-Isaias, Abdulmohsen H. Alqhtani, Ayman A. Swelum, Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack

Summary: Heat stress is a crucial factor affecting the poultry industry, and it can induce mitochondrial dysfunction in broilers. Studies have shown that heat stress can disrupt mitochondrial function by causing redox imbalance, increasing uncoupling protein, promoting lipid and protein oxidation, and oxidative stress. To combat the negative effects of heat stress, enriching broiler diets with mitochondria enhancers can boost mitochondrial functionality.

POULTRY SCIENCE (2024)

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Improving the quality of chilled semen from Thai native chicken using phosphorus and vitamin B12 supplementation in semen extender

Junpen Suwimonteerabutr, Unchean Yamsrikaew, Khemiga Damthongsen, Thornjutha Suksirisamphan, Paniga Leeniwa, Pawita Lawanyakul, Morakot Nuntapaitoon

Summary: This study demonstrates that supplementation of 0.04% phosphorus and vitamin B12 in semen extender improves the quality and fertility of chilled rooster semen.

POULTRY SCIENCE (2024)

Article Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science

Potential use of vitiviniculture waste in mixed cactus pear silages with elephant grass in lamb diet

Telisson Ribeiro Goncalves, Jose Renaldo Vilar da Silva Filho, Gilmar Amaro Pereira, Tarcisio Martins Meira, Moema Kelly Nogueira de Sa, Glayciane Costa Gois, Crislane de Souza Silva, Fleming Sena Campos, Sandra Mari Yamamoto, Gherman Garcia Leal de Araujo

Summary: This study evaluated the effects of diets containing vitiviniculture waste on intake, digestibility, water balance, nitrogen balance, ingestive behavior, performance, and carcass traits of lambs. The results showed that feeding lambs with diets containing 216 g/kg cactus pear and 144 g/kg vitiviniculture waste resulted in higher intake and digestibility.

ANIMAL FEED SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (2024)

Article Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science

Partial replacement of a total mixed ration with annual ryegrass herbage: effects on dairy cow dry matter intake and milk production

Mauricio Civiero, C. Ferris, Henrique M. N. Ribeiro-Filho

Summary: This study examined the effect of partially replacing total mixed ration (TMR) with annual temperate pasture on milk production in dairy cows. The results showed that ryegrass pasture could replace up to 50% of TMR without adverse effects on energy corrected milk production.

JOURNAL OF APPLIED ANIMAL RESEARCH (2023)

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Effects of dietary forage-to-concentrate ratio on fat deposition, fatty acid composition, oxidative stability and mRNA expression of sirtuins genes of subcutaneous fat in sheep (Ovis aries)

Zhanhong Gao, Sayed Haidar Abbas Raza, Boyan Ma, Zhiyou Wang, Khairiah Mubarak Alwutayd, Waleed Al Abdulmonem, Yousef Mesfer Alharbi, Abdullah S. M. Aljohani, Shengzhen Hou, Linsheng Gui

Summary: This study evaluated the effects of dietary concentrate: forage ratio on fat deposition, fatty acid composition, oxidative stability, and mRNA expression levels of sirtuins genes associated with adipose tissue metabolism in Black Tibetan sheep. The results showed that a C:F ratio of 50:50 was the most suitable for finishing lambs.

JOURNAL OF APPLIED ANIMAL RESEARCH (2023)

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Zootechnical performances and profitability of local breed's pigs fattened through the application of feed and health technological packages in traditional livestock farms in Casamance, Senegal

Walter Ossebi, Simplice Bosco Ayssiwede, Sodjinin Atchiwassa, Augustin Eric Djettin, Richard Malou, Mariame Diop, Ayao Missohou

Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of feed and health technological packages on the zootechnical-economic performance of local pig breeds in Casamance. A total of 253 young pigs from 44 traditional farms were involved in the study. The pigs in the feed and health technological package group showed significant improvements in health status, live body weight, carcass weight, and daily weight gain compared to the control group. The production costs were lower for the pigs in the feed and health technological package group, suggesting the importance of using these packages in pig farming.

JOURNAL OF APPLIED ANIMAL RESEARCH (2023)

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Detection and identification of foot-and-mouth disease O/ME-SA/Ind-2001 virus lineage, Indonesia, 2022

Edy Budi Susila, Rosmalina Sari Dewi Daulay, Dewi Noor Hidayati, Sapto Rini Budi Prasetyowati, Ernes Wriningati, Ernes Andesfha, Sri Handayani Irianingsih, I. Nyoman Dibia, Yuni Faisal, Arif Supriyadi, Yuni Yupiana, Muhammad Muharram Hidayat, Nuryani Zainuddin, Hendra Wibawa

Summary: This study reports the detection and identification of serotype O foot-and-mouth disease viruses in Indonesia. These viruses belong to the ME-SA/Ind-2001e lineage and have 95.3% nucleotide sequence similarity to Ind-2001e viruses from other Asian countries. The illegal trade of live animals from Southeast Asia may be a possible route for the introduction of foot-and-mouth disease in Indonesia, but further investigation is needed.

JOURNAL OF APPLIED ANIMAL RESEARCH (2023)

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Towards understanding the type and function of indigenous goats: input for genetic improvement and conservation programme

Tesfamichael Assefa, Kefyalew Alemayehu, Zeleke Tesema

Summary: This study analyzes the morphometric measurements of Central Highland goats and concludes that they have dual purpose and better aptitude for meat production and milk production. The results provide important insights for the sustainable utilization and conservation of this indigenous goat breed.

JOURNAL OF APPLIED ANIMAL RESEARCH (2023)

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Seroprevalence of brucellosis in dairy animals and their owners in selected sites, central highlands of Ethiopia

Temesgen Kassa, Beksisa Urge, Gezahegn Mamo

Summary: A cross-sectional study was conducted to determine the seroprevalence and identify risk factors of brucellosis in dairy cows and owners. The results showed an overall seroprevalence of 0.61% for bovine brucellosis and 1.21% for human brucellosis. Risk factors such as late stage of abortion, retained fetal membrane, market-based stock replacement, and presence of parturition pen were significantly associated with seropositivity in dairy cattle. For human brucellosis, risk factors included human housing, contact with aborted fetus, and drinking raw milk from infected cows.

JOURNAL OF APPLIED ANIMAL RESEARCH (2023)

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Haematological alterations under the anti-helminthic application in Pavo cristatus

Shabana Naz, Azhar Rafique, Asma Ashraf, Sajida Batool, Ibrahim A. Alhidary, Shamsuddin Shamsi

Summary: Trials conducted on Indian Peafowls revealed the significant effects of Albendazole and Levamisole on white blood cells, hemoglobin, and other parameters.

JOURNAL OF APPLIED ANIMAL RESEARCH (2023)

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Assessment of the prevalence of Subclinical Mastitis through two on-farm tests in dual-purpose livestock system of Colombian Orinoquia

Arcesio Salamanca-Carreno, Mauricio Velez-Terranova, Rita Tamasaukas, Raul Jauregui-Jimenez, Pere M. Pares-Casanova, Jose N. Arias-Landazabal

Summary: This study assessed the prevalence of Subclinical Mastitis (SCM) in dual-purpose livestock systems in Arauca, Colombia, using on-farm diagnostic California Mastitis Test (CMT) and Electric Conductivity (EC) test. The results showed that both tests can be useful in determining the health status of the mammary gland.

JOURNAL OF APPLIED ANIMAL RESEARCH (2023)

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Selected hematological parameters and oxidative stress in red blood cells (RBCs) after accidental cases of nitrate toxicity in the goat fed cabbage

Atef M. Khalil, Ibrahim F. Rehan, Frantisek Zigo, Simon Halas, Zuzana Farkasova, Hassan M. Diab

Summary: Nitrate poisoning was diagnosed in goats from Qena city, Egypt after consuming cabbage. The affected goats were treated with intravenous methylene blue antidote. Nitrate poisoning was confirmed in various samples, including blood plasma, saliva, urine, and cabbage dry matter. The ingestion of cabbage with high nitrate levels resulted in nitrate-nitrite intoxication in goats.

JOURNAL OF APPLIED ANIMAL RESEARCH (2023)

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L-threonine requirement of silver catfish (Rhamdia quelen): growth performance, body composition, plasma and liver metabolites

Daniel Prois Flores, Dirleise Pianesso, Eduardo Kelm Battisti, Suziane Ghedini Martinelli, Isadora Liberalesso de Freitas, Joao Raduenz Neto, Leila Picolli da Silva, Rafael Aldrighi Tavares, Rafael Lazzari

Summary: A feeding trial was conducted to assess the effects of dietary L-threonine supplementation on the growth and body composition of fingerlings Rhamdia quelen. The results showed that different levels of threonine had an impact on the analyzed variables. Fish fed with lower levels of threonine had lower growth and body deposition of nutrients, as well as higher hepatosomatic index scores and changes in plasmatic metabolite concentrations. The ideal level of threonine in the diet was determined through regression analysis.

JOURNAL OF APPLIED ANIMAL RESEARCH (2023)

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Effects of supplementing probiotics and concentrate on intake, growth performance and blood profile of intensively kept Sahelian does fed a basal diet of Brachiaria decumbens grass

Alhassan Osman, Emmanuel Lartey Kwame Osafo, Victoria Attoh-Kotoku, Abdul Aziz Yunus

Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effects of supplementing probiotics and concentrates on the intake and growth performance of Sahelian does fed Brachiaria decumbens grass. The results revealed that supplementation with probiotics and higher levels of concentrates improved the growth performance and blood profile of the animals.

JOURNAL OF APPLIED ANIMAL RESEARCH (2023)

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Meat fatty acids profile including metabolic, qualitative, nutritional indices, and organoleptic evaluation as affected by Rumex nervosus leaves meal fortified broiler diets

Mohammed M. Qaid, Saud I. Al-Mufarrej, Maged A. Al-Garadi, Abdulaziz A. Al-Abdullatif, Abdulmohsen H. Alqhtani, Rashed A. Alhotan, Abdulrahman S. Alharthi, Abdulgader Y. Bazeyad

Summary: The addition of Rumex nervosus leaves to broiler diets, particularly at an incorporation rate of 1 g/kg, has been found to improve meat lipid quality, organoleptic characteristics, and broiler performance.

ITALIAN JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE (2023)

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Milk characteristics and milking efficiency in Italian Mediterranean buffalo

Roberta Matera, Lorenzo Pascarella, Alessio Cotticelli, Giuseppe Conte, Alessia Tondo, Giuseppe Campanile, Gianluca Neglia

Summary: The study aimed to investigate the effects of different milking machine setting parameters on the milking performance of Italian Mediterranean buffaloes. The results showed that incorrect milking settings can significantly impact milking yield and milk quality in buffaloes. Specific milking parameters are crucial for achieving optimal milking performance in buffaloes.

ITALIAN JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE (2023)

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Identifying key DNA methylation sites and their cis-methylation quantitative loci for intramuscular fatty acid traits using genome and methylome data in Yorkshire pigs

Qi Shen, Kai Wang, Shujie Wang, Zhenjian Zhao, Xiang Ji, Dong Chen, Yang Yu, Shengdi Cui, Junge Wang, Ziyang Chen, Yiren Gu, Guoqing Tang

Summary: In this study, DNA methylation in muscle tissue samples from 140 Yorkshire pigs was analyzed using RRBS. Associations between DNA methylation and fatty acid traits were found, with some associations specifically identified by EWAS. GWAS was performed to identify meQTLs using significantly methylated CpGs from EWAS, revealing the predominance of trans-meQTLs and a cis-meQTL on SSC12. A crucial CpG site and its cis-meQTL on SSC12, located near the FASN gene, were reported. These findings contribute to the understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying fatty acid traits in pigs.

ITALIAN JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE (2023)