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Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleComparative Studies on Proximate Composition and Phytochemical Screening of Mango, Key lime, African star apple and African pear Seeds as Possible Coagulant Aids for Water TreatmentAnimetu Seghosime, Johannes Akpabla Mawuli Awudza, Richard Buamah, Sampson Oduro KwartengMany fruits including mango (Mangifera indica), key lime (Citrus aurantiifolia), African star apple (Chrysophyllum albidum) and African or bush pear (Dacryodes edulis) are nutritionally valuable as human food, however after consumption of the fruits, their seeds are discarded as wastes since they are of no commercial value and this results in disposal problems. Hence assessment of the constituents of such … …American Journal of Environmental Sciences, Vol. 13, Issue 4 · 12 Aug 2017 · 9,950 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleProximate Analysis of Dragon Fruit (Hylecereus polyhizus)Ruzainah Ali Jaafar, Ahmad Ridhwan Bin Abdul Rahman, Nor Zaini Che Mahmod, R. VasudevanProblem statement: Dragon fruit (Hylecereus polyhizus) is well known for the rich nutrient contents and it is commercially available worldwide for improving many health problems. Several studies show the proximity value of red pitaya fruits but the nutrient composition of the stem has not been extensively studied. Approach: This study was carried out to measure the proximate analysis of moisture … …American Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 6, Issue 7 · 31 Jul 2009 · 14,057 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleProximate Chemical Analysis of Luncheon and Burger at Egyptian MarketsAli M. Ahmed, Takwa H. Ismail, Reham Abouelmaatti et al.The inspection of the affirmed composition of meat products is a compulsory task order to protect the public benefits and health against adulteration. A total of 100 commercial meat products were purchased from different retail markets in Ismailia city for identifying their chemical criteria. The commercial meat products are beef luncheon, beef burger, chicken luncheon and chicken burger, 25 sample … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 15, Issue 2 · 28 May 2020 · 7,045 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsDurian Husk Properties and its Heating Value EquationPatomsok WilaiponProblem statement: Agricultural residue seems to be one of the most promising energy resources for developing countries. Among the other fruits, durian is a popular one for Thai people. Therefore, a large amount of durian husk is left at the shops or factories. This study was aimed to investigate the characteristics and heating value of durian husk and to develop … …American Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 8, Issue 9 · 1 Aug 2011 · 7,856 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsEffect of Processing Methods on Nutrient Composition of Black Soldier Fly Larvae Reared on Slaughterhouse Waste and Rice BranNurul Isnaini, Faizal AndriBlack Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae have emerged as a sustainable and nutrient-dense resource for livestock feed, primarily due to their high protein and lipid contents. However, the nutritional composition of BSF larvae is substantially influenced by the processing methods. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of five processing methods (room dried, sun dried, oven dried, microwave dried, and roasted) … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 20, Issue 3 · 4 Dec 2025 · 3,071 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsCoix 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 PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractMitigation of Quality Deterioration and Insect Infestation in Rice Bran During Storage Through Heat Treatment and Vacuum SealingMuhammad Ridla, Nahrowi, MaryonoRice 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 insect infestation. This study evaluated the effects of vacuum sealing and heat treatment on the physical properties, chemical composition, fatty acid profile, and insect infestation of rice bran stored under ambient … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 21, Issue 1 · 16 May 2026 · 1,727 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractGrowth Performance and Blood Profiles of Indigenous Venda Chickens Under Intensive and Semi-Intensive Rearing SystemsBoasiako Oris Antwi, Ifeanyichukwu Princewill Ogbuewu, Christian Anayo MbajiorguA 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) were randomly assigned to two treatments (T1 and T2) and replicated five times with 10 birds per replication. Venda chickens in each group were placed in five replicate pens, each having … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 21, Issue 1 · 12 Apr 2026 · 1,424 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractEvaluation of Nutrient Composition in Feed Supplements Used by Communal Beef Farmers During the Dry Season in Ga-Matlala, Limpopo ProvinceThapelo Rosina Monkwe, Masibonge Gxasheka, Busisiwe GunyaThis study assessed the nutrient composition of feed supplements commonly used by communal beef cattle farmers during the dry season in Limpopo Province of South Africa. A total of seven feed supplements, such as lucerne hay, maize stover, salt licks, calf grower, calf milk replacer, cattle feed pellets, and soybean meal, were sampled and analysed for proximate composition and mineral … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 26, Issue 1 · 16 Mar 2026 · 1,651 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractRelationship between Volumetric Water Footprint with Carcass and Meat Quality Characteristics Under Intensive Beef Cattle Production in South AfricaTinny Noluthando Macamba, Takalani Judas Mpofu, Khathutshelo Agree Nephawe et al.As water accessibility becomes more challenging due to the increasing human population and agricultural competition, it is crucial to select beef cattle with optimal water efficiency. The study aimed to investigate the relationship between volumetric water footprint with carcass and meat quality of beef cattle under an intensive production system. Thirty-three (33) beef cattle weaners of three different body frame … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 19, Issue 3 · 12 Oct 2024 · 4,728 accessesView PDFCite