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Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractEffects of Vitamin E on Stress Resorption, Lipid Profile and Reproductive Performance of Sokoto Red GoatsKehinde Matthias OKUKPE, Ling Shing Wong, Geetha Subramaniam et al.Vitamin E (α-tocopherol) plays a critical role in animal nutrition as an antioxidant, contributing to anti-inflammatory responses, immune function, and gene expression regulation. This study aimed to determine the optimal dietary level of vitamin E to alleviate the effects of environmental stress in Sokoto Red Goats transported from their native dry savannah belt to the humid derived savanna belt of … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 26, Issue 1 · 20 Mar 2026 · 1,509 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractResponse of Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp.) Varieties to Striga gesnerioides (Willd.) Vatke InfestationAlhassan Bawa, Ismael Yakubu, Yussif SeiduProduction of cowpea within the sub-Saharan Africa, and Ghana in particular, is bedeviled with many challenges, including Striga infestation, resulting in abysmal low grain and biomass yields. Thus, the study was conducted to evaluate Striga's impact on cowpea growth and yield. During the 2023 agricultural season, the study was carried out in Northern Ghana. A control (non-infested) experiment and a … …American Journal of Agricultural and Biological Sciences, Vol. 20, Issue 1 · 18 Sep 2025 · 4,867 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractThe Study of Seasonal Patterns in Vegetation Diversity and Forage Yield DynamicsSema, Jasmal Ahmari Syamsu et al.This study examines the seasonal dynamics of vegetation diversity, forage yield, and nutrient quality in Tarabbi Village, Malili District, East Luwu Regency, conducted from July 2023 to July 2024. Using a survey approach and field measurements, data were collected through the Estimated Actual Weight method and Summed Dominance Ratio (SDR), complemented by Geographic Information System (GIS) technology for analysis. Principal … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 25, Issue 3 · 7 Jul 2025 · 3,288 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractEfficacy of Feeding Earthworm Meal-Based Diet on Feed Intake, Weight Gain, and Apparent Digestibility Coefficient of Red Sokoto GoatMoshood Adewale Belewu et al.Feed which contributes about 70-80% of the cost of feeding is one of the major problems of livestock production. Feeding nutritious feed to animals is vital for the vigor and wellbeing of livestock and human being and the nutrient it contains assist animal to grow, develop and reproduce. Hence, this study examined the impact of Earthworm Meal (EWM)-based diets on … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 25, Issue 2 · 22 Mar 2025 · 4,498 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractImpact of Seabuckthorn Pomace Fermentation Fertilizer Coupled with Bacillus sp. T28 on Soil Properties and Chinese Cabbage GrowthDan Wu, Huang Mengyun, Zhang QichunTo study the effect of a microbial compound fertilizer on the soil properties and growth of Chinese cabbage, providing a basis for its application in the cultivation and production of Chinese cabbage. The seabuckthorn pomace fertilizer (JS) was prepared by fermentation and further, it was coupled with Bacillus sp. T28 (JSB). Four treatment experiments in pots were established, including the … …American Journal of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Vol. 21, Issue 1 · 13 Dec 2024 · 5,344 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractEffect of High Incubation Temperature on Embryo Livability, Mortality, Hatchability, and Chick Quality in Commercial LayersKhathutshelo Simon Masia, Khathutshelo Agree Nephawe et al.This research was conducted to determine the effect of high incubation temperature profiles on embryo livability, mortality, hatchability, and chick quality in commercial layers. Incubation temperature profiles were: Control (day 0-4: 37.8°C, day 5-9: 37.2°C, day 10-11: 37.0°C, day 12-13: 36.8°C), moderately high (day 0-4: 38.5°C, day 5-9: 38.2°C, day 10-11: 37.5°C, day 12-13: 37.0°C) and extremely high (day 0-4: … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 19, Issue 4 · 19 Nov 2024 · 5,213 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractMechanism of Garden Aquatic Plants in the Remediation of Heavy Metal-Contaminated SoilChen Chen, Guangwu LiuHeavy metals such as cadmium, lead, and mercury are resistant to microbial degradation in soil and persist for extended periods. They can bioaccumulate through the food chain, ultimately impacting human health. This study demonstrates that a combined restoration approach involving soil enhancement and garden aquatic plants, specifically through the application of ferrous sulfate, results in increased dry weight and plant … …American Journal of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Vol. 22, Issue 1 · 20 Apr 2026 · 1,497 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractCoix lacryma-jobi L. Nutritional Value Concerning Nitrogen Fertilizer DosesTaufan Purwokusumaning Daru, Mayang Sari, Hamdi MayuluCoix lacryma-jobi L., as animal feed is considered a cereal plant from the Poaceae or Gramineae family. We aimed to determine the influence of different doses of Nitrogen (N) fertilizer on Coix lacryma-jobi L. It was conducted in the Lempake Village area; and the Chemical and biochemical laboratory of agricultural products and animal husbandry nutrition laboratory at Mulawarman University from … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 18, Issue 2 · 3 Jun 2023 · 6,221 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractFeeding by Logistic Feed (Mash, Silage, Pellet and Wafer) Compared with Conventional Feed on Physiological, Blood Biochemical and Body Weight Gain Recovery in Tropical Sheep Pasca TransportationYuli Retnani, Anuraga Jayanegara, Sazli Tutur Risyahadi et al.The process of transportation of animals from one to another area can lead to stress. Animals tend to reduce feed intake which then affects animal performance, so palatable feed is needed, with high energy content, and can speed up the body weight recovery process. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of logistic feed (mash, silage, pellet, and wafer) compared … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 17, Issue 2 · 25 Jul 2022 · 6,222 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractDietary Management Strategies to Mitigate Decreased Feed Intake Associated with Terminal Implant Administration in Finishing Beef SteersAlexandria Kelly, Warren Rusche, Forest Francis et al.Re-implanting with a terminal implant often reduces subsequent dry matter intake (DMI). Crossbred steers (n = 27, initial body weight = 385 ± 30.8 kg) were used to assess the effects of locomotion immediately after terminal implantation and increased forage inclusion 7-d post-implantation on feed and water intake, rumination, and activity. Steers were implanted with 100 mg trenbolone acetate and … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 19, Issue 4 · 30 Oct 2024 · 4,854 accessesView PDF Cite