scholarly journals Effect of A New Housing System on Skin Lesions, Performance and Soiling of Fattening Rabbits: A German Case Study

Animals ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (9) ◽  
pp. 650 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sally L. Rauterberg ◽  
Joana Bill ◽  
Sarah Kimm ◽  
Nicole Kemper ◽  
Michaela Fels
Keyword(s):  
Weight Gain ◽  
Skin Lesions ◽  
Wire Mesh ◽  
Housing System ◽  
Daily Weight Gain ◽  
Mortality And Morbidity ◽  
Nc System ◽  
Final Weight ◽  
Large Groups

The aim of the present study was to develop and evaluate a new housing system for fattening rabbits. Data were collected on a farm with rabbits housed either under new conditions (NC) or established (conventional) conditions (CC). NC housing was characterized by large groups (Ø 58 rabbits, max. 12 rabbits/m2), slatted plastic floor (11 mm slats and 11 mm gaps), elevated platforms with partly solid floor, boxes and different enrichment materials. CC rabbits were kept in small groups (eight rabbits, 23 rabbits/m2) in cages with wire-mesh floor, an elevated platform, a box and one gnawing stick. Skin lesions and weight gain of 524 rabbits, cleanliness of their hind feet as well as their mortality and morbidity were investigated from weaning to slaughter in five batches. The evaluations showed higher daily weight gain (46.3 ± 6.0 g vs. 43.1 ± 5.5 g) and final weight (2878 ± 328 g vs. 2707 ± 299 g), as well as a lower cumulative lesion score at the middle of the fattening period in NC than in CC rabbits. Nevertheless, cleanliness of hind feet was assessed to be worse and mortality was higher in the NC housing. The NC system provided some benefits in terms of animal welfare compared to the conventional system, but hygienic challenges posed by this system make further adjustment necessary.

Performance of broiler chickens fed graded dietary inclusion levels of moringa (Moringa oleifera) seed cake

2020 ◽  
Vol 47 (2) ◽  
pp. 107-114
Author(s):  
M. Afolayan ◽  
M. M. Iliya ◽  
G. S. Bawa ◽  
L. Alayande
Keyword(s):  
Weight Gain ◽  
Feed Intake ◽  
Broiler Chickens ◽  
Moringa Oleifera ◽  
Carcass Characteristics ◽  
Daily Weight Gain ◽  
Poultry Feed ◽  
Seed Cake ◽  
Final Weight ◽  
Dietary Treatments

The progressive increase in the cost and scarcity of conventional feedstuffs, especially energy and protein sources has resulted into a continuous effort in researching into the possible utilization of the under - exploited wild legumes in poultry feed formulation. Several Researchers had reported on the utilization of Moringa oleifera leaf meal in poultry diets whereas; few reports exist on the utilization of Moringa seed. Therefore, this study wasconducted to evaluate the effect of graded dietary levels of moringa seed cake (MSC) on the performance of broiler chickens. A total of 195, one day old Arbor Acre broiler chicks were randomly assigned into five dietary treatments of moringa seed cake, each treatment having three replicates in a completely randomized design. MSC was included at levels of 0, 5,10, 15 and 20% respectively. Feed and water were given ad- libitum. Proximate composition ofMSC showed that it is high in energy, crude protein and ether extract with3304. 39 ME kcals/ kg, 32.49 % and 17.70%, respectively. Birds fed 5% MSC diet were better than the birds on the other levels of MSC diets in terms of growth and carcass characteristics. The results obtained from growth study revealed a significant declined in, final weight, weight gain, feed intake, and feed conversion ratio as the inclusion levels of MSC increased beyond 5% in thediets. The birds on control diet had the best result in terms of final weight , daily weight gain and daily feed intake of 2974g/bird, 52.4g/bird / day and 107.51g/bird/ day respectively followed by those fed diet containing 5% MSC with 2183.4g/bird, 38.24/bird /day and 95.66g/bird /day respectively. whereas, the birds fed 20% MSC had the least (P>0.05) final weight, daily weight gain and daily feed intake of 560 g/bird, 9.26g/bird /day and 33.51g/bird/day respectively. Carcass characteristics followed similar trend as the growth parameters. Hematological indices showed significant differences across the dietary treatments, however, the results were within the normal range except for the white blood cell. It can therefore be, concluded that the inclusion of MSC in broiler chicken diet should not exceed 5% for optimum growth and general performance. 

scholarly journals Effect of the organic minerals zinc, manganese, and copper on growth performance and the locomotor system of finishing pigs

2019 ◽  
Vol 40 (6Supl2) ◽  
pp. 3209
Author(s):  
Gefferson Almeida Silva ◽  
Fenanda Griebeller Fernandez ◽  
Ana Paula Backes ◽  
Daiane Güllich Donin ◽  
Sergio Rodrigo Fernandes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Weight Gain ◽  
Growth Performance ◽  
Distal Humerus ◽  
Daily Weight Gain ◽  
Finishing Pigs ◽  
Average Daily Weight Gain ◽  
Locomotor System ◽  
Final Weight ◽  
Hoof Lesions ◽  
Organic Minerals

Supplementation with complexed minerals influences the growth performance and the integrity of the locomotor system of animals. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of a complex supplementation of organic minerals (metal-amino acids) consisting of Zn (50 ppm), Mn (20 ppm), and Cu (10 ppm) (Availa® Sow FF Zinpro Corp.) on the growth performance and integrity of the locomotor system in pigs. One hundred and eighty 61-day-old animals, comprised of females (n=90) and castrated males (n=90), were used in a randomised block factorial design with ten replicates per treatment and sex. The experimental design consisted of two treatments: control (T1) animals without supplementation and treatment (T2) animals that were supplemented with organic minerals (0.75 g kg-1). At 112 days of housing (D112), the pigs were subjected to a hoof evaluation, at D115 they were weighed, and at D117, they were slaughtered (178 days of age). After boning, a blind analysis was performed on the medial and lateral condyles of the distal humerus. The supplemented animals (T2) had higher scores for the performance parameters of final weight (P=0.03), weight gain (WG) (P=0.02), and average daily weight gain (DWG) (P=0.021). For WG, T2 showed 3.10 kg more gain than the control; the increase in females was on average 4.07 kg and in males 2.45 kg. The prevalence of hoof lesions was 100% in both groups. The supplementation reduced the incidence of damage to the dew claws (P=0.02) and heel-sole cracks (P=0.02). The incidence of osteochondrosis was 19.13%, with no influence of supplementation. Supplementing pigs with the organic minerals Zn, Mn, and Cu during the finishing phase improved the WG, DWG, final weight, and hoof integrity.

Growth-promoting effect of sulphur 201c in pigs

1996 ◽  
Vol 85 (01) ◽  
pp. 15-16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roberto Searcy-Bernal ◽  
José Soto-Avila ◽  
Germán Guajardo-Bernal
Keyword(s):  
Weight Gain ◽  
Birth Weight ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Daily Weight Gain ◽  
Promoting Effect ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Final Weight ◽  
Growth Promoting ◽  
And Control

AbstractIn a blind, placebo-controlled trial, a homoeopathic dynamized dilution of Sulphur 201c was given orally to pregnant sows every 10 days. No significant difference was detected between the birth weight of litters (39 piglets) of treated sows and control litters (40 piglets). On day 30 statistically significant differences were observed both in the final weight of litters, mean total and daily weight gain.

scholarly journals Performance, carcass and meat characteristics of two cattle categories finished on pasture during the dry season with supplementation in different forage allowance

2018 ◽  
Vol 70 (2) ◽  
pp. 517-524 ◽  
Author(s):  
A.S. Aranha ◽  
C. Andrighetto ◽  
G.C. Lupatini ◽  
G.P. Mateus ◽  
C. Ducatti ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Weight Gain ◽  
Chemical Composition ◽  
Daily Weight Gain ◽  
Ether Extract ◽  
Marbling Score ◽  
Protein Percentage ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Final Weight ◽  
Ph Decrease ◽  
Animal Category

ABSTRACT The objective this paper was to evaluate the effect of two categories of beef finished in pasture with supplementation with two herbage allowance on performance, carcass and meat characteristics. Thirty-six Guzera cattle were used, 18 steers and 18 heifers with an initial age of 20 months. There was significant difference in daily weight gain for animal category and the herbage allowance, which were higher in males and animals submitted to high herbage allowance. Steers showed higher final weight, carcass weight and forequarter yield compared with the heifers, although the hindquarter yield was higher in the heifers, however the herbage allowance did not influence these characteristics. There were not statistical differences for carcass yield, ribeye area, backfat thickness and marbling score for the animal categories and herbage allowance. The meat chemical composition of the steers did not differ of the heifers, however, the animals submitted to high herbage allowance was increase in ether extract and pH, decrease in protein percentage. It was concluded that the animal category and the herbage allowance changed the animal performance, improving performance in males and cattle submitted to high herbage allowance.

PSVII-4 Flavoured drinking water improves performance of post-weaned piglets

2021 ◽  
Vol 99 (Supplement_3) ◽  
pp. 409-410
Author(s):  
Fabrina S Luna ◽  
Bruno Alexander N Silva ◽  
Elenice A Moraes ◽  
Debora Cristine O Carvalho ◽  
David V Jacob ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Drinking Water ◽  
Weight Gain ◽  
Water Intake ◽  
Feed Intake ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Block Design ◽  
Daily Weight Gain ◽  
Feed Consumption ◽  
Randomized Block Design ◽  
Final Weight

Abstract Water is an absolute requirement in the daily needs of the pig. It has been suggested that after weaning, pigs may not consume enough water which impacts in their hydration. It is commonly known that providing water to piglets encourages higher feed intake and improves nutrient absorption, with a positive impact on weight gain and on post-weaning feed intake adaptation, decreasing problems caused by the transition phase from the farrowing unit to the nursery. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of the addition of a flavor to the drinking water of piglets on their voluntary water intake and performance in the first week after weaning. Sixty (30 males and 30 females) commercial piglets were used, in a randomized block design, with 10 repetitions per treatment (with or without addition of 100g/ 1000 L of water of Power sweet®; Adisseo) and each repetition with 3 animals. The piglets were weighed at weaning and d 8 post weaning. Parameters evaluated were the initial and final weight; daily weight gain; average daily and total feed intake; total daily and average consumption per animal of water and correlation between feed and water consumption. The means of the variables were submitted to the Pdiff option of the SAS using the Tukey test for contrasts (P < 0.05). The addition of a flavor in the drinking water increased daily weight gain in 6.7% (P = 0.041), average daily feed consumption in 2.98% (P = 0.0014), total feed consumption in 2.96% (P = 0.0014) and increased the final weight by 1.25% (P = 0.0411) when compared the control. Feed and water intake had a positive correlation in both treatments. The addition of flavor to the drinking water increases feed and water intake, improving the piglet performance in the first week after weaning.

scholarly journals Straw bedded pigsties height: Effect on growth and skin lesion of pigs

2021 ◽  
Vol 47 (6) ◽  
pp. 91-98
Author(s):  
O. A. Adebiyi ◽  
A. A. Famakinwa ◽  
F. G. Adebiyi ◽  
T. O. Bankole ◽  
E. O. Benneth ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Weight Gain ◽  
Skin Lesion ◽  
Growth Performance ◽  
Skin Lesions ◽  
Feed Conversion ◽  
Highest Weight ◽  
Randomized Design ◽  
Final Weight ◽  
Feed Utilisation ◽  
Guinea Grass

In order to ensure sustainable pig production in most tropical countries, alternative flooring systems need to be investigated and adopted. This five-week experiment was carried out to investigate the growth performance and skin lesion score of 36 weaned pigs raised on different heights of Guinea Grass Straw (GGS) beddings. The pigs were separated into four treatments in triplicate, in a completely randomized design. The treatments were: T1: 0m (concrete floor: without GGS), T2: 0.1m GGS, T3: 0.2m GGS and T4: 0.3m GGS. At the end of the experiment, data were collected on growth performance: final weight, weight gain, feed intake while feed conversion ratio (FCR) was calculated and skin lesions (front, middle and rear) measured. All data obtained were subjected to analysis of variance (ANOVA). Pigs on 0.2m had the highest (p<0.05) weight gain (4.75kg) compared with its counterparts on 0.1m (4.28kg), 0.3m (3.94kg) and T1(3.34kg). Final weight followed similar trend with pigs in 0.2m (9.94kg) having the highest weight compared with 0.1m (9.40kg), 0.3m (9.22kg) and T1 (8.55kg). The highest FCR (4.72) was recorded for pigs on 0m (control) which was an indication of poor feed utilisation while the least was with pigs on 0.2m (3.39). The result for skin lesion for the different parts revealed the least lesion occurred in pigs on 0.3m and higher occurrence in pigs on T1. Generally, skin lesions occur most at the front legs and heads. It can be concluded that the use of guinea grass straw at 0.1m and 0.2m height can improve the performance of weaned piglets while a height of 0.3m results in reduced skin lesions score.   Afin d'assurer une production porcine durable dans la plupart des pays tropicaux, des systèmes de revêtement de sol alternatifs doivent être étudiés et adoptés. Cette expérience de cinq semaines a été réalisée pour étudier les performances de croissance et le taux de lésion cutanée de 36 porcs sevrés élevés sur différentes hauteurs de litières de paille de guinée (le 'GGS'- paille d'herbe de Guinée). Les porcs ont été séparés en quatre traitements en triple, dans une conception complètement aléatoire. Les traitements étaient: T1: 0 m (sol en béton: sans GGS), T2: 0,1 m'GGS', T3: 0,2 m'GGS' et T4: 0,3 m'GGS'. À la fin de l'expérience, des données ont été recueillies sur les performances de croissance: poids final, gain de poids, prise alimentaire tandis que le ratio de conversion alimentaire (FCR) a été calculé et les lésions cutanées (avant, milieu et arrière) mesurées. Toutes les données obtenues ont été soumises à une analyse de variance (ANOVA). Les porcs sur 0,2 m avaient le gain de poids le plus élevé (p <0,05) (4,75 kg) par rapport à leurs homologues de 0,1 m (4,28 kg), 0,3 m (3,94 kg) et T1 (3,34 kg). Le poids final a suivi une tendance similaire avec les porcs de 0,2 m (9,94 kg) ayant le poids le plus élevé par rapport à 0,1 m (9,40 kg), 0,3 m (9,22 kg) et T1 (8,55 kg). Le FCR le plus élevé (4,72) a été enregistré pour les porcs à 0 m (témoin), ce qui était une indication d'une mauvaise utilisation des aliments, tandis que le moins était pour les porcs à 0,2 m (3,39). Le résultat de la lésion cutanée pour les différentes parties a révélé que la moindre lésion était survenue chez les porcs à 0,3 m et plus chez les porcs en T1. En général, les lésions cutanées surviennent le plus au niveau des pattes avant et de la tête. On peut en conclure que l'utilisation de paille d'herbe de Guinée à 0,1 m et 0,2 m de hauteur peut améliorer les performances des porcelets sevrés tandis qu'une hauteur de 0,3 m entraîne une réduction du score des lésions cutanées.

scholarly journals Evaluation of maize-yam peel meal based diets supplemented with exogenous cocktail enzymes on growth performance, nutrient digestibility and metabolisable energy in finisher broiler chickens.

2020 ◽  
Vol 45 (4) ◽  
pp. 125-134
Author(s):  
M. A. Oguntoye ◽  
T. Samuel ◽  
I. Usman ◽  
A. Ahmed ◽  
Y. Maikano
Keyword(s):  
Weight Gain ◽  
Growth Performance ◽  
Broiler Chickens ◽  
Dry Matter ◽  
Nutrient Digestibility ◽  
Total Weight ◽  
Daily Weight Gain ◽  
Dry Matter Digestibility ◽  
Final Weight ◽  
Enzyme Supplementation

This study was conducted to investigate the effect of maize and yam peels meal based diets with and without enzyme supplementation on the growth performance and nutrient digestibility of broiler chickens at finisher phase. One hundred and eighty (180), one day-old broiler chicks were fed six diets in two groups. The experiment was arranged in a 2 × 3 factorial experimental layout of two levels of enzyme (0g/100kg diet and 50g/100kg diet) and three levels of yam peels inclusion (0kg, 15kg and 30kg). Each treatment was replicated 3 times consisting of 10 chicks per replicate. The experiment lasted 4 weeks. Main effect of graded levels of yam peel meal and enzymes supplementation on growth performance of starter broiler chickens showed significant (P ? 0.05) influence on final weight, total weight, total weight grain and daily weight grain. Birds fed 0% YPM recorded higher statistical value of 2549.00g for final weight. Interaction effect of YPM and enzyme showed significant (<0.05) effect on growth performance of finisher broiler chickens. Final weight, total weight gain and daily weight gain were significantly (<0.05) influenced by interaction of YPM and enzyme. Birds fed control diet (T1 ) recorded higher significant (P<0.05) values for final weight of comparative level. Least value of 2220.00g was recorded for final weight in the birds fed 15% YPM without enzyme (T2 ). Varying levels of YPM as a partial replacement for maize had no significant (P>0.05) effect on nutrient digestibility. Higher values were recorded for birds fed 0% inclusion level of YPM across the parameter determined with the exception of ether extract and ash. Inclusion of YPM with enzyme supplementation had significant (P<0.05) interaction effects on percentage dry matter digestibility, crude protein digestibility and crude fibre digestibility. Dry matter digestibility decreased with increased level of YPM with or without enzyme. Inclusion of yam peels meal up to 30% level of replacement for maize with or without enzyme supplementation could be recommended for appreciable nutrient digestibility and improved growth performance of finisher broiler chickens.

scholarly journals Comparative effect of organic and Inorganic Copper Supplemented Diets on Performance and Blood Characteristics of Growing Rabbits

2021 ◽  
Vol 37 (2) ◽  
pp. 190-198
Author(s):  
A. V. Jegede ◽  
A. O. Fafiolu ◽  
A. O. Oso ◽  
D. O. Sodeinde ◽  
T. O. Odewale ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Weight Gain ◽  
Relative Increase ◽  
Blood Cholesterol ◽  
Daily Weight Gain ◽  
Cholesterol Reduction ◽  
Comparative Effect ◽  
Final Weight ◽  
Organic Copper ◽  
Blood Characteristics ◽  
Dietary Treatments

The effects of organic and inorganic copper sources on the performance and blood characteristics of growing rabbits over a 10 week period were investigated. Six dietary treatments were formulated such that diets 1, 2 and 3 contained 10, 50, and 100ppm of organic copper (Copper proteinate (Cu Pro)) while diets 4, 5 and 6 contained 10, 50 and 100ppm of inorganic copper (copper sulphate (CuSO4). The final weight and daily weight gain were significantly (P<0.05) higher in rabbits fed organic Cu compared to those fed Cuso, Organic Cu diets resulted in significant (P<0.05) reduction in blood cholesterol than CuSO4 diets. Organic Cu is more effective in promoting growth and blood cholesterol reduction of growing rabbits than Cuso4, There was more accumulation of Cu in the liver and heart of rabbits fed Organic Cu than those fed CuSO4, The liver and heart Cu increased as the Cu level increased. More Cu was excreted in rabbits fed CuSO4, than those fed Organic Cu. This study showed that copper proteinate is more effective in promoting growth and reduction of cholesterol of rabbits. The study confirmed a relative increase in bioavailability of organic copper compared to inorganic sources. 

scholarly journals Nutritional supplementation with non-conventional food resources and its effect on the productive parameters in rabbits

ENTRAMADO ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 262-270
Author(s):  
Karen Gisela Sánchez-Bustos ◽  
Natalia Escobar-Escobar ◽  
Sandra Marcela Castro-Ruiz
Keyword(s):  
Weight Gain ◽  
Rural Families ◽  
Daily Weight Gain ◽  
Feed Conversion ◽  
Family Farming ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
R Program ◽  
Multiple Comparison Test ◽  
Final Weight ◽  
Variance Homogeneity

The effect of diets with nonconventional forage resources, balu (Erythrina edulis) and giant taro (Alocasia macrorrhiza) was evaluated, on production parameters of New Zealand white rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus) under family farming production, in Silvania (Cundinamarca, Colombia). 36 weaned rabbits of 35 days old were used. They were distributed in 4 treatments (substitution of commercial pellets by giant taro leaves flour 25% (Giant taro), balu 25% (Balu); their mixture, giant taro 12.5% and balu 12.5% (GB), and a control with commercial pellets) with three repetitions each. Variables evaluated: initial weight at 35 days old, daily weight gain, consumption, feed conversion and final weight at 85 days old, carcass yield, haunch, loin and meat.  Data was analyzed by Tukey multiple comparison test at 5% significance level, variance homogeneity and error independence verified by means of Shapiro-Wilks, Levene and Durbin-Watson tests, respectively, by R program. No significant differences were found in the final weight, on weeks 5 and 6, which registered significant differences (p<0.05), for giant taro (1771.85±88.21 AB), control (1933.06±88.20 B), giant taro (1935.05±91.26 AB), control (2144.42±91.26 B) respectively.  Daily weight gain showed significant differences (p<0.05) at week 5 for giant taro (33.56±2.82 AB); control (.37±2.825 B). Significant differences were showed by most zootechnical variables (p<0.05). The results showed that diets with nonconventional forage resources (balu and giant taro) are a viable alternative for animal feeding, due to their high nutritional content and as a by-product of commercial interest for rural families in areas of the middle Colombian tropics.

scholarly journals Effect of Macleaya cordata and Magnolia officinalis plant extracts on oxidative stress control in lambs fed a high-concentrate diet

2020 ◽  
Vol 33 (6) ◽  
pp. 913-920
Author(s):  
Tiago Ronimar Ferreira Lima ◽  
Sarita Bonagurio Gallo ◽  
Alessandra Fernandes Rosa ◽  
Saulo da Luz e Silva ◽  
Thais Brochado ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Weight Gain ◽  
Vitamin E ◽  
Plant Extracts ◽  
Block Design ◽  
Daily Weight Gain ◽  
Stress Control ◽  
Final Weight ◽  
Macleaya Cordata ◽  
Magnolia Officinalis

Objective: The objective of this experiment was to compare conventional antioxidants and plant extracts for oxidative stress control in lambs fed a high-concentrate diet.Methods: Forty-eight male Dorper×Santa Ines lambs with an initial weight of 20±1.49 kg and 60 days of age, were used to evaluate the effects of feeding a combination of <i>Macleaya cordata</i> and <i>Magnolia officinalis</i> plant extracts (0 vs 320 mg/kg dry matter [DM]) in combination with selenium+vitamin E (0 vs 100 IU/kg DM of vitamin E and 0.1 mg/kg DM of selenium) in a completely randomized block design in a 2×2 factorial arrangement. The animals were housed in individual pens and received a high-concentrate diet consisting of 80% whole corn and 20% protein pellet for 60 days. The animals were weighed at the beginning of the experiment and every 14 days for performance monitoring. Three blood samplings were performed during the experimental period for the evaluation of oxidative and protein parameters.Results: The treatments with vitamin E and selenium as additives had a positive influence on final weight, daily weight gain, carcass weight, and selenium content in longissimus muscle (p = 0.01). Plant extracts tended to improve final weight (p = 0.064) and daily weight gain (p = 0.059), showing similar effect as selenium and vitamin E. There was no effect of treatment on blood proteins, indicating that the animals were healthy throughout the experiment.Conclusion: The use of plant extracts had a similar effect as the addition of selenium and vitamin E, with dietary inclusion of additives resulting in better performance of lambs but both supplements did not have strong influence on oxidative stress.

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