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Effect of housing systems on behaviour and growth performance in fattening rabbits
Victor Pinheiro,
Severiano Silva,
et al.
| This study was conducted to investigate different housing systems and their effects on the growth performance and behaviour of fattening rabbits. The 120 animals were randomly allocated into 3...
Published in 07 May 2024
Effect of supplementation of synbiotic plus betaine and selenium on behavior and performance of broilers stocked at high stocking density pens
Istna Mangisah,
Vitus Dwi Yunianto Budi Ismadi,
et al.
| This experiment aimed to examine the effect of synbiotic plus betaine and selenium supplementation on the behavior, blood profile and performance of broiler chickens reared at stocking density...
Published in 05 February 2024
Meta-analysis of the effect of feeding live yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) on feeding behaviour and lactation performance, rumen fermentation, and rumen microbiota in dairy cattle
Jean Bosco Nzeyimana,
Caiyun Fan,
et al.
| The objective of this meta-analysis was to analyze the effect of feeding live yeast ( Saccharomyces cerevisiae ) on feed intake (FI), lactation performance (LP), rumen fermentation (RF),...
Published in 29 September 2023
Milk Supplementation: Effect on piglets performance, feeding behavior and sows physiological condition during the lactation period
Veasna Chem,
Hong-Seok Mun,
et al.
| The present study aimed to investigate the effect of milk liquid and powder supplements on piglets’ performance, drinking behavior, and sow back-fat thickness change during the lactation period....
Published in 20 March 2023
Interactions of environmental conditions, day-night cycles, and growing periods on postural behavior of pigs
Hong-Seok Mun,
Eddiemar Lagua,
et al.
| Heat stress conditions can alter the physiology of animals, and these changes can be detrimental to their performance and health. The behavior of the animals is associated with their welfare and...
Published in 23 November 2023
Methyl anthranilate as pig repellent: Effects on the feeding behavior and production performance
Keiven Mark B. Ampode,
Hong-Seok Mun,
et al.
| Preventing pigs such as wild pigs ( Sus scrofa ) from accessing the farm can be blocked by installing fences or repellent to make them feel reluctant to access the farm. Most wild pigs...
Published in 17 October 2022
Lighting, density, and dietary strategies to improve poultry behavior, health, and production
Karim El-Sabrout,
Ahmed El-Deek,
et al.
| Poultry production is the most rapidly expanding agricultural industry. Consumer awareness of animal welfare has grown in recent years, and as a result, consideration for higher-quality meat...
Published in 05 January 2022
Effect of dietary supplementation with rumen-protected polyunsaturated fatty acids, protected proteins and organic minerals on the performance and physiological responses of Holstein heifers
Mayasari Novi,
Aeni Wida Nur ,
et al.
| The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of dietary supplementation with rumen-protected polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), protected proteins and organic minerals on the performance...
Published in 08 January 2025
Performance, body measurement, physiological adaptability and metabolic status of Garut sheep raised in a pen-intensive system in Indonesia
Novi Mayasari,
Yasin Perdana Maulana,
et al.
| Small ruminant production systems that utilize pen-intensive systems have become more popular in Indonesia during the past few decades. It is well recognized that allowing sheep freedom to move...
Published in 18 November 2023
The potential of lemon cui (Citrus microcarpa) from Ternate Island as a natural feed additive for broiler chickens reared at high density
Yusri Sapsuha,
Suryati Tjokrodiningrat,
et al.
| This study aimed to determine the potential effects of lemon cui from Ternate Island on the performance of broiler chickens reared at high density. The study used 360 broiler chicks (14 days...
Published in 27 November 2024
Performance, behaviour and physiological responses of finishing pigs under different lighting programs
Pedro Ivo Sodré Amaral,
Rony Antonio Ferreira,
et al.
| Technologies that improve productivity are essentials for competitiveness in the pork market. The consumer market is always requiring information about the technologies applied in swine...
Published in 01 April 2014
Bioclimatic diagnosis for dairy cattle breeding in João Pessoa, Brazil
Patrícia Venâncio da Silva Medeiros,
Fabrício Macêdo Furtado,
et al.
| One of the environmental elements that have a more pronounced effect on animal welfare is the climate, and as a result, negatively impacts productive performance and is considered a regulating...
Published in 01 October 2019
Application of a tunnel-ventilated barn on the physiological responses, milk yield, and dry matter intake of dairy cows in tropical area during the wet season
Aan Andri Yano,
Adiarto,
et al.
| Dairy cows often experience heat stress in the tropics. Tunnel ventilation technology reduces heat stress in dairy cow housing. Here, we examined the performance of tunnel-ventilated barns on...
Published in 01 October 2018
The influence of clove leave extract (Syzygium aromaticum) on growth performance and bacterial population of broiler chickens raised in stressful conditions of high stocking density
Nur Sjafani,
Said Hasan,
et al.
| Broilers maintenance at high stocking density impacts uncomfortable conditions; this increases the potential for stress, reduces feed consumption, and reduces production performance and health...
Published in 25 January 2022
Heat stress effects on the lactation performance, reproduction, and alleviating nutritional strategies in dairy cattle, a review
Jean Bosco Nzeyimana,
Caiyun Fan,
et al.
| Heat stress response in dairy cattle affects milk production, quality, body temperature, and other parameters. Dairy cows will most likely experience increased heat stress with unabated global...
Published in 17 June 2023
Weaning strategies to improve productivity and animal welfare in zebu (Bos indicus) and water buffaloes (Bubalus bubalis)
Agustín Orihuela,
Daniel Mota-Rojas,
et al.
| Information on approaches to weaning zebu ( Bos indicus ) and water buffalo ( Bubalus bubalis ) calves is scarce in proportion to studies of breeds of B. taurus cattle,...
Published in 20 July 2020
Effect of rearing system and season on behaviour, productive performance and carcass quality of rabbit: A review
Karim El-Sabrout.
| Nowadays, researchers and even consumers need more information on the effect of different rearing systems and seasons not only on the animal behaviour and production but also on carcass...
Published in 01 October 2018
Impact of climatic variability on growth performance of Fogera cattle in Northwestern Ethiopia
Michael Abera,
Mitiku Eshetu,
et al.
| This study aimed to assess the impact of climatic variability on the growth performance of the Fogera cattle at Metekel cattle breeding and multiplication ranch. About 15-years of meteorological...
Published in 16 August 2021
Feeding behavior of Arabi and Najdi lambs and its relationship with the physiological performance
Waleed Yousif Kassim,
Tarik Faraj Shawket,
et al.
| This study was conducted to determine the relationship between biochemical, hematological parameters and the feeding behavior in two Iraqi sheep breeds (Najdi and Arabi). The trials were...
Published in 16 October 2019
Effect of the injection of vitamins AD3E and the seasons on some blood traits, biochemical components and hormones of Arabi rams
Falah Abd-Allah Al-Asadi,
Hassan Nima Habib,
et al.
| The objective of this study was to determine the effect of the injection of different levels of AD 3 E vitamins in improving the productivity and reproductive performance of the Arabi...
Published in 18 November 2019
Effects of an injectable mineral supplement on physiological responses and milk production of heat-stressed Holstein cows
Andrea D. del Río Avilés,
Abelardo Correa-Calderón,
et al.
| Summer heat stress in northwest Mexico compromises the physiological thermoregulation capacity and productive performance of lactating Holstein cows, and supplementation of minerals appears to...
Published in 20 September 2021
Heat tolerance level in dairy herds: a review on coping strategies to heat stress and ways of measuring heat tolerance
Thulani Saizi,
Maliviwe Mpayipheli,
et al.
| Tolerance to heat stress is worth noting considering the constant increase in the ambient temperature and high productivity that elevates the likelihood of heat stress in the dairy herd. ...
Published in 01 January 2019
Polymorphisms of the melatonin receptor 1A (MTNR1A) gene affect sexual performance of Rasa Aragonesa rams without changing their social dominance
José-Alfonso Abecia,
Andrea Heredia,
et al.
| This study aimed to investigate whether a specific genotype of the MTNR1A gene influences social dominance and reproductive performance in rams. Thirty-one rams were genotyped for Rsal...
Published in 08 September 2022
Influence of housing air temperature on the behavioural acts, physiological parameters and performance responses of fattening pigs
Anna Lykhach,
Vadym Lykhach,
et al.
| The objective of the present study was to investigate the influence of housing air temperature on the behavioural acts, physiological parameters and performance responses of fattening pigs....
Published in 28 June 2022
Impact of water stress on adaptation and performance of sheep and goat in dryland regions under climate change scenarios: a systematic review
Diriba Tulu,
Sileshi Gadissa,
et al.
| Climate change is shifting rainfall patterns, air temperature, river flows, and sea levels globally, resulting in changes in ground and surface water quality due to salinization, especially in...
Published in 12 April 2023