objective: the protein quality of earthworm meal was evaluated and compared to that of soybean meal (sbm) in two experiments using broiler chicks.  methods: the protein quality of earthworm meal was evaluated and compared to that of soybean meal (sbm) in two experiments using broiler chicks. results: the results of experiment 1 indicated that there were no significant differences between earthw...

The cost of feed ingredients in poultry production is constantly increasing and it one the main constraints globally especially low income countries. As a consequence, scientists search for cheap available sources protein. M. oleifera leaves have not only high protein but also excellent nutritive biological properties. This review summarises results findings research related to application leaf...

To study the effect of supplementation of tanniferous tree leaves Ficus infectoria on antioxidant status and immune response, twenty four lambs were randomly divided into four groups of six each in a completely randomized design and fed either a conventional supplement (CON) or experimental supplements (FILM-I, FILM-II and FILM-III) containing 1.0, 1.5 and 2.0% condensed tannins (CT), respectiv...

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