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Effect of aqueous tetrapleura tetraptera (african porridge fruit) on carcass characteristics and organ weights of broiler chickens
(Scientific Research, 2014) Adeyemo, G.O.
This study was carried out to determine the effect of Aqueous Tetrapleura tetraptera on carcass value and organ weights of broiler chickens. One hundred and fifty day old Arbor acre broiler chicks were randomly allotted to five treatments having 30 birds each, each group had five replicates with six birds each. Treatment 1 (the control) had no additive, treatment 2 had antibiotics, treatments 3, 4 and 5 had 3ml, 6ml and 9mls of Tetrapleura tetraptera extract respectively in their water. Results indicate that percentage carcass weights of the broilers were significantly influenced by the addition of extracts of Tetrapleura tetraptera in their diets for breast muscle range from (22.81-28.42) and wings from (11. 12- 12.80) % of Dressed Weight (DIV) respectively. It also shows that there were significant differences (p≤0.05) in the data recorded for liver (3.25-4.24) and gizzard(4. 70-5.73) % of DW respectively. This study demonstrated that 3ml/litre Tetrapleura tetraptera aqueous inclusion for broilers was the most effective as it significantly influenced some carcass characteristics and organ weights as indicated above.
Effect of aqueous tetrapleura tetraptera (African porridge fruit) on performance and gut morphology of broiler chickens
(International Academic Journal, 2014) Adeyemo, G.O.
A study was conducted for 8 weeks to determine the effect of administering varying levels of aqueous Tetrapleura tetraptera (African porridge fruit) on performance and gut morphology of broilers. A total of 150 day old broiler chicks (Abor acre) were randomly selected and allotted to 5 treatments and C replicates per treatment. The experimental ingredient was extracted and served to the birds in the 5 different treatments as follows; Control (water with no additive), Positive control (antibiotics), 3, 6 and 9mis respectively. Total weight gain, feed intake and feed conversion efficiency were not (P>0.05) significantly different across the varying-levels of Tetrapleura tetraptera administered. There were also no differences in feed conversion ratio of birds administered with Tetrapleura tetraptera compared with those on antibiotics. Broiler's gut parameters measured indicated that there were no significant differences (P>0.05) across the varying levels of the Tetrapleura tetraptera extract administered on the broilers. The study demonstrated that administration of Tetrapleura tetraptera extract in water for broilers compared favorably with birds on antibiotics though no significant differences were recorded.
Effect of exposure duration to cottonseed cake-based diet on broiler performance
(Asian Network and Scientific Information, 2010) Adeyemo, G.O.
Two experiments were separately conducted using cottonseed cake-based diets to feed table birds. In the first experiment (phase 1) broiler birds were fed from day old to 8 weeks of age, while in the second experiment (phase 2), the birds were fed cottonseed cake based diets from 4-8 weeks of age. Five dietary treatments were fed in both experiments formulated to be iso-caloric and iso-nitrogenous with Cottonseed Cake (CSC) replacing Soyabean Cake (SNC) at 0, 25, 50, 75 and 100% respectively. The live weight of broilers in the phases differed significantly (p<0.05) with broilers in phase 2 beings better. The dressed weight was higher in phase 2 than in phase 1. Broilers fed CSC based diets from 4 weeks had better feed conversion ratio than those fed from day old. Similar trend was observed in heamatological and serum biochemistry parameters in the different treatments of the two phases. It can be concluded that feeding CSC protein as replacement for SBC protein was better from 4 weeks of age in respect of broiler performance though at a higher cost than the former.
Effect of graded level of fermented poultry litter on the performance of broiler starters
(Animal Science Association of Nigeria, 1999) Adeyemo, G.O.; Oyawoye, E.O.
Effect of supplementing fungi-degraded cowpea seed hull in broiler diets
(Animal Science Association of Nigeria, 2008) Adebiyi, O.A.; Ologhobo, A.D.; Adeleye, O.O; Adebiyi, F.G.; Moiforay, S.K; Adeyemo, G.O.
Effects of graded levels of cottonseed cake on performance, haematological and carcass characteristics of broilers fed from day old to 8 weeks of age.
(Academic Journals, 2007-04) Adeyemo, G.O.; Longe, O.G
Cottonseed cake (CSC) has been used as a cheaper alternative to soyabean cake (SBC) in livestock feeding and a source of dietary protein. There is, however, paucity of information on its nutritive value in chickens. This study evaluated the performance, haematological and carcass characteristics of chickens in which CSC replaced SBC in a nutritional experiment. One hundred and eighty day old chicks (DOC) were fed with 5 different diets, such that 0% (control), 25, 50, 75 and 100% of CSC replaced SBC from day old to 8 weeks of age. Average weekly gains (AWG), feed conversion ratio (FCR) and dressed weight (DWT) were monitored. Blood samples were collected and analyzed for differential white blood cell count (lymphocyte) and haemoglobin (Hb). Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and analysis of variance. Values of AWG and DWT ranged from 0.1 to 0.4 kg and 1.1 to 1.8 kg, respectively, with 100% CSC and control having the least and the highest values among the treatments. FCR ranged from 1.6 to 4.9. Values of lymphocyte and Hb ranged from 35.2 to 54.0% and 8.5 to 11.1 g/dl, respectively. Birds on 75% CSC based diets had blood profile comparable to the control than those of other diets. CSC can replace up to 75% SBC without adverse effects on performance, haematological values and carcass quality of the birds. This reveals CSC as a potent source of protein for meeting the crude protein requirements of chickens.
Growth performance of broiler chickens fed fossil shell growth promoter
(Scientific Research, 2013) Adeyemo, G.O.
A study was carried out to determine the influence of fossil shell (diatomaceous earth) supplemented diets on the performance and bone composition of broiler chickens. A total of 120 day old broiler chicks were used for the experiment and randomly allotted to 5 treatments (Tl—0.9%, T2—1.2%, T3—1.5%, T4—1.8% and T5—0% inclusion levels respectively). Fossil shell inclusion had no significant influence on feed intake and feed conversion ratio, but had significant impact on weight gain. At the finisher phase no significant differences (p > 0.05) were observed for weight gain, feed intake and feed: gain ratio. Bone analysis showed that calcium content was not affected but fossil shell had significant influence on phosphorus content of the analyzed bones.
"Hematological and biochemical indices of breeder cocks fed Cottonseed cake "
(Animal Science Association of Nigeria, 2004) Adeyemo, G.O.; Longe, O.G; Omojola, A. B; Anurudu, N.F.; Aderemi, F.A
" Hematological and' biochemical profiles of 30 breeder cocks were investigated in a completely randomized design using replacement level of 0, 25, 501 75 and 100% of Cottonseed cake (CSC) for Soybean cake (SSC). Blood samples were collected at the 4th and 8th weeks of the feeding trial for analyses. The result showed no significant differences (p.>0.05) in Packed Cell Volume (PCV), Red Blood Cells (RBC), White Blood Cells (WBC) and Haemoglobin (Hb) of the bird at the fourth week of the experiment. But at the eight week of the trial, the Hb (13 .89-69kg/dl) was significantly higher (p<0.05) in 75% CSC fed birds than the lower and 100% inclusion. Lymphocytes (Lym) of75% CSC fed birds were significantly higher at the fourth week of trial than those on lower or 100% inclusions . Similarly, at the 41hweek, the Neutrophils (47.89-52.73%) of 50% CSC fed birds were significantly higher than those on lower or higher' inclusion levels. Effects of diet were not apparent in the total protein, albumin and globulin fractions of the bird at the 41h and 81hweek of the experiment. The investigaton showed that replacing 75% soybean cake with CSC was not injurious to the health of breeder cocks. "
Influence of varying crude protein levels and balanced amino acids on the performance and haematological characteristics of laying hens at the second phase of production
(Scientific Research, 2013) Adeyemo, G.O.
Varying levels of dietary crude proteins and balanced amino acids were fed to layers for a period of eight weeks starting from the twenty-sixth week of age of birds and six weeks into egg production. Effects on performance and haematological characteristics were investigated at this second phase of production. Sixty Black Nera hens were randomly allotted into four (4) dietary treatments, containing the following levels of crude protein 14%, 15%, 16%, 17% and the metabolizable energy was iso-caloric for each treatment. The results showed that there were no significant differences (P > 0.05) observed for lymphocyte, Haemoglobin (Hb), Packed Cell Volume (PCV), Red Blood Cell (RBC) and White Blood Cell (WBC), these haematological parameters were within the range for healthy birds. Thus crude protein level of 14% can be used in diets of layers at the second phase of production provided that adequate amino acids are given, without adverse effect on egg laying, feed intake and measured blood parameters.
performance of broiler chicks fed cottonseed cake-based diets
(Animal Science Association of Nigeria, 2004) Adeyemo, G.O.; Longe, O.G; Adebiyi, F.G
"The potential of Cottonseed cake (CSC) at 0%, 25%, 50%, 75% and 100% replacement for Soybean cake (SBC) as an alternative protein source in chicks was investigated. One hundred and eighty Anak broiler chicks at day old were divided into twelve groups and randomly assigned to the five dietary treatments with three replicates per treatment. The feeding trial lasted for four weeks at the teaching and research farm of the university of Ibadan Nigeria. Feed intake revealed that chicks fed cottonseed cake-based diets had higher consumption when compared to those fed control. Though feed conversion showed significant differences (P<0.05) it did not follow a particular trend. There were significant (P<0.05) differences in protein utilization across the treatments. The highest protein efficiency ratio (PER) values were obtained with the birds in diet 3 (50% CSC) with values of 2.78 and 2.84 respectively while diet 5 (100% CSC) gave the lowest value of 1.20. Results showed there were significant (P<0.05) differences in weight gain from the 1st week to the 411' week. Birds fed diet 4 having 75% CSC replacement for SBC had the same value (220g) with the control (Diet 1) Mortality was low in all the treatments and a range of 1-2 % mortality was recorded during the study. "
Performance of broiler starters fed varying levels of dietary methionine
(International Academic Journal, 2012-02) Adeyemo, G.O.
One hundred and fifty broiler chicks (Arbor acre breed) were used to determine responses of broiler starters to varying levels of dietary methionine. The chicks were divided into 5 treatment groups consisting of 6 replicates of five chicks each. The chicks were kept in floor pens. The study lasted for 28 days and was conducted at the Teaching and Research Farm of the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. The performance variables under determination were Weight Gain and Feed Intake. No significant differences (p>0.05) were observed in the Weight Gain values from the different levels of methionine included in the diet. But significant differences (p<0.05) were observed, with Feed Intake values, which did not follow a particular trend.
Quantitative determination ok tannin contents of some unconventional feedstuffs
(Animal Science Association of Nigeria, 2008) Adeyemo, G.O.; Adebiyi, O.A..; Sokunbi, O.A