Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Nahed A. El-Shall, Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack, Najah M. Albaqami, Asmaa F. Khafaga, Ayman E. Taha, Ayman A. Swelum, Mohamed T. El-Saadony, Heba M. Salem, Amira M. El-Tahan, Synan F. AbuQamar, Khaled A. El-Tarabily, Ahmed R. Elbestawy
Summary: Avian coccidiosis is a serious parasitic disease in chickens caused by Eimeria protozoa. It leads to intestinal damage, poor growth, and increased susceptibility to other diseases. While drugs and vaccines have been used to control the disease, natural alternatives like herbal medicine have emerged as safe and effective options. Herbal additives have been found to inhibit the development of Eimeria species, reduce oocyst counts, and improve intestinal health.
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
M. Honan, X. Feng, J. M. Tricarico, E. Kebreab
Summary: Increasing concern over GHG contributions from cattle is driving the livestock industry to improve sustainability goals. Enteric methane production is a major contributor to GHG emissions and research on feed additives is showing promise in reducing CH4 emissions. Feed additives work by either inhibiting methanogenesis or modifying the rumen environment, leading to a reduction in CH4 production.
ANIMAL PRODUCTION SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Meng Liu, Ling Zhao, Guoxin Gong, Lei Zhang, Lei Shi, Jiefan Dai, Yanming Han, Yuanyuan Wu, Mahmoud Mohamed Khalil, Lvhui Sun
Summary: Mycotoxins, secondary metabolites of fungi, are a major concern in animal feed with adverse effects on animal health. Various strategies including physical, chemical, biological, and nutritional approaches have been developed for the decontamination and detoxification of mycotoxins. However, each strategy has its limitations. This review provides an overview of the advantages and disadvantages of different remediation strategies and updates on the research progress in controlling mycotoxins in the feed industry.
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack, Mohamed T. El-Saadony, Ahmed M. Saad, Heba M. Salem, Noha M. Ashry, Mahmoud M. Abo Ghanima, Mustafa Shukry, Ayman A. Swelum, Ayman E. Taha, Amira M. El-Tahan, Synan F. AbuQamar, Khaled A. El-Tarabily
Summary: This review assesses the benefits of using essential oils (EOs) and their nanoemulsions (NEs) as antibiotic alternatives in organic poultry production. EOs, derived from plants, have antimicrobial activities and can be used for therapeutic purposes. NEs, as carrier systems, improve the bioavailability of volatile lipophilic components of EOs.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack, Mohamed T. El-Saadony, Heba M. Salem, Amira M. El-Tahan, Mohamed M. Soliman, Gehan B. A. Youssef, Ayman E. Taha, Soliman M. Soliman, Ahmed E. Ahmed, Attalla F. El-Kott, Khalid M. Al Syaad, Ayman A. Swelum
Summary: The poultry industry plays a significant role in addressing the nutritional gap in many countries by providing protein-rich meat and eggs at a lower cost than other animal meat sources. Following the ban of antibiotic growth promoters, natural alternatives such as probiotics, prebiotics, organic acids, essential oils, and other feed additives have gained popularity in the poultry industry for their unique properties and positive impact on poultry production. They can easily be mixed with other feed ingredients, improve feed intake and conversion rate, enhance bird immunity and digestion, reduce antibiotic usage, and provide healthy organic products for human consumption.
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Marcos Elias Duarte, Sung Woo Kim
Summary: This review article provides updated scientific information on the interaction among intestinal microbiota, dietary components, and intestinal health of pigs. The composition of the microbiota is mainly influenced by diet and feed additives, and plays a key role in modulating the immune system. The evaluation of mucosa-associated microbiota is more effective in assessing its impact on health parameters.
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Maria Elena Velazquez-Meza, Miguel Galarde-Lopez, Berta Carrillo-Quiroz, Celia Mercedes Alpuche-Aranda
Summary: This research is a review study on antimicrobial resistance and the One Health approach. Antimicrobial resistance is a critical global problem that affects humans, the environment, and animals. The study aims to analyze the issue of AMR from a health perspective and examine the different actors involved in One Health.
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Jiayu Ma, Xiangshu Piao, Shad Mahfuz, Shenfei Long, Jian Wang
Summary: The interaction between gut microbiota and the host gut is crucial for maintaining the homeostasis of the organism, with short chain fatty acids playing a vital role in regulating intestinal community homeostasis and influencing the host gut barriers.
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
S. Prache, N. Schreurs, L. Guillier
Summary: This article critically reviews factors affecting sheep carcass and meat quality, breaking down quality into six core attributes. It identifies critical periods and key factors, highlights methodological difficulties in predicting organoleptic attributes, and points out potential antagonisms between different dimensions of quality.
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack, Mohamed T. El-Saadony, Manal E. Shafi, Omniah A. Alshahrani, Sultan A. M. Saghir, Abdullah S. Al-wajeeh, Omar Y. A. Al-shargi, Ayman E. Taha, Nora M. Mesalam, Abdel-Moneim E. Abdel-Moneim
Summary: Antibiotics have been commonly used in poultry production for many years, but there is a global trend to reduce their use due to concerns about contamination and antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Prebiotics are being considered as attractive supplements in poultry production for their diverse effects and potential to inhibit pathogens, such as Salmonella, in the gastrointestinal tract.
ANIMAL BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Muhammad Akhtar, Yan Chen, Ziyu Ma, Xiaolong Zhang, Deshi Shi, Jawaria A. Khan, Huazhen Liu
Summary: This review summarizes the role of short chain fatty acids (SCFA) in modulating gut inflammation and highlights their potential and applications in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
B. Lebret, M. Candek-Potokar
Summary: This study considers various factors along the production chain that affect the quality of fresh pork and processed products, covering attributes such as commercial value, sensory properties, nutrition, technological properties, convenience, and societal image. The study highlights the strong interactions between primary production factors and identifies gaps in scientific knowledge. It emphasizes the need for further research to better understand the impact of specific production factors on quality attributes.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Mojtaba Shahsavari, Mohammadreza Mohammadabadi, Amin Khezri, Masoud Asadi Fozi, Olena Babenko, Oleksandr Kalashnyk, Valentyna Oleshko, Serhii Tkachenko
Summary: This study found that adding fennel to the diet of Kermani lambs can have positive effects on growth characteristics and the expression of the IGF1 gene in muscle tissue.
ANIMAL BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Ruizhi Hu, Shusong Wu, Baizhen Li, Jijun Tan, Jiahao Yan, Ying Wang, Zhiyi Tang, Ming Liu, Chenxing Fu, Hongfu Zhang, Jianhua He
Summary: The study demonstrated that both vanillic acid (VA) and ferulic acid (FA) can alleviate inflammation and oxidative stress, with VA having a significant positive effect on the growth performance of LPS-challenged piglets potentially through modulating gut microbiota.
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack, Mohamed T. El-Saadony, Ahmed R. Elbestawy, Nahed A. El-Shall, Ahmed M. Saad, Heba M. Salem, Amira M. El-Tahan, Asmaa F. Khafaga, Ayman E. Taha, Synan F. AbuQamar, Khaled A. El-Tarabily
Summary: In line with the global increase in the broiler industry, Clostridium perfringens-induced necrotic enteritis has become a continuous challenge, resulting in high economic losses. The disease is distributed worldwide and has various clinical signs. Strict hygienic management, careful selection of feed ingredients, and the use of alternative antibiotics are important in maintaining broiler efficiency and profitability.
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Frederic Leroy, Fabien Abraini, Ty Beal, Paula Dominguez-Salas, Pablo Gregorini, Pablo Manzano, Jason Rowntree, Stephan van Vliet
Summary: Animal source foods are evolutionarily appropriate for humans, providing essential nutrients for development and function. However, debates exist regarding their health and environmental impacts, which vary based on cultural contexts and management practices. Well-managed livestock farming can contribute to ecosystem and soil health, while providing high-quality food through resource upcycling. However, mitigation is required to address negative impacts associated with certain production methods.
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
E. Baeza, L. Guillier, M. Petracci
Summary: Poultry meat mainly comes from standard production systems, but alternative systems using outdoor rearing conditions can also be found. These different production systems can affect the quality of meat, which is determined by various factors and can have potential conflicts between different quality dimensions. Outdoor access positively impacts image and nutritional properties, but also increases exposure risks to environmental contaminants and diseases.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Malgorzata Gierynska, Lidia Szulc-Dabrowska, Justyna Struzik, Matylda Barbara Mielcarska, Karolina Paulina Gregorczyk-Zboroch
Summary: This article discusses the importance of the gastrointestinal tract and the key mechanisms of communication between the gut microbiota and epithelial cells in maintaining intestinal homeostasis. The article emphasizes the role of the mucosal barrier and how intestinal epithelial cells maintain barrier integrity through mucus secretion, formation of intercellular junctions, and production of antimicrobial peptides. The article also discusses how imbalances in regulation can lead to barrier damage and dysbiosis, contributing to inflammatory and metabolic diseases.
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Alessandro Vastolo, Serena Calabro, Monica Isabella Cutrignelli
Summary: The use of agro-industrial co-products in animal nutrition can reduce environmental impact and feeding costs. Some co-products can affect fermentation parameters and intestinal environment, improving animal product quality. Fruits, vegetables, and oil extraction co-products are valuable sources of energy, fiber, and protein, benefiting gut microbiota and animal health.
ITALIAN JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Ruobing Han, Hongnan Zhao, Defa Li, Heping Li
Summary: This study analyzed the genetic diversity of the white-lipped deer population in Liaoyang, China and provided important information for its conservation and sustainable development.
ANIMAL BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
