Volume 21, Issue 1 (2026) | American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences

Hydroponic Fodder in Broiler Nutrition: Effects on Economics of Production, Environmental Impacts, Productive Indices, and Health Status

Christian Anayo Mbajiorgu — 2026-04-14

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 14 April 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2026.21.01.001

The projected global population of 9.7 billion by 2050 will escalate the demand for animal protein, intensifying food insecurity. Broilers, being highly efficient in converting grains into protein-ric...

Growth Performance and Blood Profiles of Indigenous Venda Chickens Under Intensive and Semi-Intensive Rearing Systems

Boasiako Oris Antwi — 2026-04-12

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 12 April 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2026.21.01.002

A 91-day trial examined the impact of two production systems on crop content, growth performance, hematology, and blood chemistry of indigenous Venda chickens. One-day-old Venda chickens (n = 100) wer...

Co-infestation of Honey Bee Colonies with Tropilaelaps mercedesae and Varroa destructor in the Republic of Kazakhstan

Ulzhan Nuraliyeva — 2026-04-11

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 11 April 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2026.21.01.003

Beekeeping is a well-developed industry in the Republic of Kazakhstan; however, significant winter colony losses necessitate the annual import of thousands of honey bee package colonies from neighbori...

Effect of Phytobiotic Carica Papaya Seed Extract on Growth Performance, Physiological Parameters, Gastrointestinal and Immune Organs of Broilers

Novi Mayasari — 2026-04-13

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 13 April 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2026.21.01.004

Papaya (Carica papaya) seeds (PS) are known as a potential phytobiotic alternative to Antibiotic Growth Promotor (AGP) in poultry. Papaya seed extract (PSE) contains bioactive compounds such as carpin...

Swiftlet Bacteriophages Concerning Diversity and Biological Features in South Kalimantan, Indonesia

Siti Gusti Ningrum — 2026-04-17

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 17 April 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2026.21.01.005

We aimed to isolate and characterize bacteriophages infecting Nitrobacter spp. from swiftlet house environments and to evaluate their biological properties as potential biocontrol agents to mitigate n...

Risk Factors for Bovine Tuberculosis Transmission in Burkina Faso’s Cattle Herds

Arouna Zoungrana — 2026-04-11

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 11 April 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2026.21.01.006

Bovine tuberculosis is a zoonotic disease, primarily caused by Mycobacterium bovis, that poses a serious threat to both human and animal health. Understanding the risk factors that contribute to its s...

Knowledge Evaluation of the One Health Approach in Ecuadorian Veterinary Medicine Students

Roberto Bustillos-Huilca — 2026-05-04

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 4 May 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2026.21.01.007

Currently, the understanding of the One Health Approach among veterinary medicine students in Ecuador is necessary to ensure human, animal, and environmental health. This study aimed to assess student...

Extension Model Based on Farmers’ Resources and Need to Improve Feed Technology Adoption

Agustina Abdullah — 2026-05-05

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 5 May 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2026.21.01.008

Feed technology is essential for improving beef cattle productivity, yet its adoption by farmers often remains partial and misaligned with their actual needs. This study aimed to develop a context-res...

Mitigation of Quality Deterioration and Insect Infestation in Rice Bran During Storage Through Heat Treatment and Vacuum Sealing

Muhammad Ridla — 2026-05-16

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 16 May 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2026.21.01.009

Rice bran is a valuable feed ingredient due to its high energy and lipid content; however, its utilization is limited by quality deterioration during storage, including physicochemical changes and ins...

The Socio-Cultural and Economic Significance of Goats Among the amaXhosa People of South Africa: A Review

Emrobowansan Monday Idamokoro — 2026-05-06

American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Published online: 6 May 2026; doi:10.3844/ajavsp.2026.21.01.010

The interplay between the traditional utility of goats and cultural beliefs influencing their economic and social significance has been largely overlooked in research, including in South Africa. Factu...