Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractAssessment of Phenotypic Plasticity in Dairy Production Traits of Toggenburg Goat Genotypes Across South African Agro-ecological ZonesMatshebuka Tshepho, Obert Tada, Louis Thobela TyasiThe study evaluated phenotypic plasticity (PP) in reproductive and milk production traits of Toggenburg (TOG) goat genotypes across five South African agro-ecological zones (AEZ) using a longitudinal observational design. Data from 2,417 does representing five genotypes (Founders, CP, Appendix A, Appendix B, and StudBook Proper) were sourced from the Milch Breeders Society of South Africa LOGIX database. Descriptive statistics and … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 20, Issue 3 · 25 Nov 2025 · 2,378 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractCattle Breeding Programs and Trait Preferences in EthiopiaMohammed Endris Seid, Kefelegn Kebede Kefenie et al.The success of livestock breeding programs depend on the active involvement of smallholder farmers, pastoralists, and agro-pastoralists in shaping breeding objectives and identifying key trait preferences based on specific production goals. This study aimed at assessing the relative importance of cattle-keeping objectives and trait preferences across mixed crop-livestock, pastoral, and agro-pastoral production systems in Ethiopia. We collected data from 180 … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 20, Issue 2 · 9 Jun 2025 · 4,357 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractGenetic Analysis of Bifidobacteriaceae in a Fermented Milk and Colostrum Product in Relation to Immune FunctionMarco RuggieroThis study investigates the microbial composition of a commercially available Swiss fermented milk and colostrum product with a history of use in chronic condition management since 2014. The analysis, performed using the Axiom Microbiome Array, identified a high number of targets corresponding to microbial species classified as probiotics belonging to the Bifidobacteriaceae family. The array provided 28 unique targets, each … …American Journal of Immunology, Vol. 19, Issue 1 · 2 Aug 2024 · 9,049 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractEco-Friendly Eggshell Meal on Milk Yield and Quality of Holstein Friesian CowsAmbo Ako, Renny Fatmyah Utamy, Hasbi Hasbi et al.Aditya, S., Stephen, J., & Radhakrishnan, M. (2021). Utilization of Eggshell Waste in Calcium-Fortified Foods and other Industrial Applications: A Review. Trends in Food Science & Technology, 115, 422–432. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tifs.2021.06.047 Ahmed, T. A. E., Wu, L., Younes, M., & Hincke, M. (2021). Biotechnological Applications of Eggshell: Recent Advances. Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, 9, 675364. https://doi.org/10.3389/fbioe.2021.675364 Aminah, S., & Meikawati, … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 19, Issue 2 · 26 May 2024 · 7,730 accessesView PDFCite
Review ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractBio-Functional Prospects of Moringa oleifera Lam on Meat Quality-A ReviewNobuhle Sharon Lungu, Emrobowansan Monday IdamokoroResearch done by scholars on the utilization of the different parts of Moringa oleifera Lam. in improving livestock performance and boosting meat quality has increased over the years in many nations across the globe. Moringa oleifera has been identified as an essential bio-resourceful plant containing vital nutrients and bio-active compounds with proven functional properties, including antimicrobial and antioxidant activities. These … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 19, Issue 2 · 2 May 2024 · 5,431 accessesView PDFCite
Literature ReviewOpen accessIn the abstractRumen Microbiota Mysteries: Nutrition, Function, and its Impact on Livestock ProductivityHamdi Mayulu, Marry ChristiyantoRuminants are important herbivores in the global food system, serving as primary producers of meat and milk. The productivity of these animals is influenced by the functionality of their digestive organs, namely rumen. The digestion, metabolism and nutrients absorption in the rumen epithelium enhance the host defende mechanisms mechanisms, promoting health and productivity in ruminants. Therefore, this review aimed to … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 20, Issue 2 · 4 Aug 2025 · 4,069 accessesView PDFCite