Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ian Turner, Davoud Heidari, Nathan Pelletier
Summary: The Canadian egg industry is transitioning to alternative production systems, with organic systems showing the lowest environmental impacts and free range systems performing the worst. Continued monitoring is crucial to ensure positive outcomes during this transition.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Mengzhen Hao, Shuai Yang, Shiwen Han, Huilian Che
Summary: Quail egg ovomucoid and hen egg ovomucoid have differences in structure and function, and quail egg ovomucoid has potential anti-allergic effects.
FOOD SCIENCE AND HUMAN WELLNESS
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Han-Da Zhang, Xin-Fa Zhao, Zi-Zhen Ren, Ming-Qi Tong, Jun-Nan Chen, Shuai-Ying Li, Hui Chen, De-He Wang
Summary: This study aimed to explore variations of translucent eggshell spots in different breeds and their distribution in different parts of the eggshell using a grayscale recognition method. Results showed that for most breeds, the eggshell translucency at the blunt and sharp ends was usually greater than that at the middle end, with the blunt end having the most extensive eggshell translucency.
Article
Physiology
Ophelie Bernardi, Maxime Reverchon, Anthony Estienne, Yannick Baumard, Christelle Rame, Adeline Brossaud, Yves Combarnous, Pascal Froment, Joelle Dupont
Summary: The concentration of chemerin in avian eggs is correlated with reproductive parameters and could be a good biomarker for egg weight and fertility in hens.
FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Frederik J. Kleyn, Peter Chrystal, Mariana Ciacciariello
Summary: Robust energy systems are essential for accurate feed formulation. A predictive model was developed to evaluate the accuracy of different energy systems for formulating layer diets. The results showed that there was no advantage in predicting performance or the cost of formulated feed for any of the energy systems evaluated.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POULTRY RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Medicinal
Jing Cai, Rong Yan, Jichao Shi, Jia Chen, Miao Long, Wenda Wu, Kamil Kuca
Summary: With the increasing awareness of food safety and environmental protection, plant essential oils have attracted interest due to their advantages such as no residue, high efficiency, antioxidant properties, etc. The application of plant essential oils in degrading mycotoxin toxicity has garnered more attention, with studies focusing on their inhibitory effects on various mycotoxins. Research progress in recent years has been summarized to provide reference for the application of plant essential oils in combating fungi and mycotoxins.
PHYTOTHERAPY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Jog Raj, Hunor Farkas, Zdenka Jakovcevic, Marko Vasiljevic, Rakesh Kumar, Rajesh Kumar Asrani
Summary: The study investigated the effectiveness of a multicomponent mycotoxin detoxifying agent (MMDA) in preventing the gastrointestinal absorption of aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) and T2-toxin in laying hens. Results showed that the addition of MMDA in feed reduced the negative effects of mycotoxin on egg production and health status, as well as alleviated liver and kidney pathological changes.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Chiara Rizzi
Summary: The month of hatching and rearing management, including temperature and photoperiod, are crucial for pullets and hens reared outdoors. This study examined the yield performance and egg quality of different breeds of dual-purpose chickens from Veneto, Italy. The results showed that breed and age had significant effects on egg production and quality.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Chiara Rizzi, Filippo Cendron, Mauro Penasa, Martino Cassandro
Summary: This study compared yield performance and egg physical characteristics of eight autochthonous chicken breeds in the Veneto region of Italy. The results showed differences in yield and egg quality among the breeds, allowing consumers to choose eggs of different qualities based on their cooking purposes.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Jeong-Won Kim, Dae-Hwan Kim, Ji-Soo Jeong, Jin-Hwa Kim, Chang-Yeop Kim, Je-Won Ko, Tae-Won Kim
Summary: This study investigated the pharmacokinetic profile and residue of levamisole in eggs. The results showed that the residue of levamisole in eggs is dose-dependent. According to the current standards, a withdrawal period of 7 days is needed after treatment to ensure that the residue of levamisole in eggs is below the limit.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Jin-Hwa Kim, Je-Won Ko, Jeong-Won Kim, Ji-Soo Jeong, Chang-Yeop Kim, In-Sik Shin, Tae-Won Kim
Summary: This study investigated the oral bioavailability of lincomycin (LCM) and compared drug residue patterns in eggs. The results showed that LCM had a low oral absorption rate in laying hens, which was consistent with the findings in egg residue profiles.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Haiwei Lou, Yang Li, Chuangming Yang, Yonghui Li, Yiyue Gao, Yujin Li, Renyong Zhao
Summary: This study investigated the fermentation conditions for Trametes versicolor to degrade aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) in corn and its effect on the nutritional composition of corn. The optimal conditions for AFB1 degradation were determined, and the fermentation of AFB1-contaminated corn by T. versicolor was found to not only efficiently degrade AFB1 but also improve the nutritional value of corn. These findings suggest that the fermentation of corn by T. versicolor is a promising, environmentally friendly, and efficient approach to degrade AFB1 and improve the nutritional value of corn.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Sabina Moser Tralamazza, Karim Cristina Piacentini, Geovana Dagostim Savi, Lorena Carnielli-Queiroz, Livia de Carvalho Fontes, Camila Siedlarczyk Martins, Benedito Correa, Liliana Oliveira Rocha
Summary: The study identified multiple fungal species contaminating wild rice, with Fusarium, Nigrospora, and Cladosporium being the most frequent genera. The research found that the Fusarium incarnatum-equiseti species complex (FIESC) was the main source of ZEN contamination in wild rice, with high levels of ZEN likely playing a key adaptive role. High levels of ZEN in the rice samples raised significant safety concerns regarding wild rice consumption by humans and animals.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Ewa Tomaszewska, Anna Arczewska-Wlosek, Artur Burmanczuk, Renata Pyz-Lukasik, Janine Donaldson, Siemowit Muszynski, Sylwester Swiatkiewicz
Summary: The study demonstrates that L-glutamine supplementation can potentially enhance the nutritional values of eggs by reducing lipid content in albumen and increasing the amino acid profile.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Anderson N. Maina, Eva Lewis, Elijah G. Kiarie
Summary: Enriching eggs with omega-3 fatty acids is beneficial for the egg industry and consumers, but finding alternatives to fish oil for DHA enrichment is necessary. This study investigated the effects of feeding two algal oils on egg production and DHA enrichment.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Danuta Kurasiak-Popowska, Malgorzata Graczyk, Anna Przybylska-Balcerek, Kinga Stuper-Szablewska, Lidia Szwajkowska-Michalek
Summary: Camelina oil obtained from Camelina sativa seeds exhibits strong antioxidative properties, with sinapic acid and quercetin as the most abundant phenolic acid and flavonoid respectively. The cultivation form of the camelina genotypes analyzed in this study does not significantly affect the quantitative profiles of the selected bioactive compounds.
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Radoslaw Mirski, Jakub Kawalerczyk, Dorota Dziurka, Kinga Stuper-Szablewska, Marek Wieruszewski
Summary: This study analyzed the impact of different storage methods on the development of mold fungi in wood chips. The results showed that storing the chips in a silo was the most advantageous for mold fungi development, while storing them on an unpaved yard was the least favorable. The effect of roofing in the paved yard may be more noticeable during short-term storage.
WOOD MATERIAL SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Kinga Stuper-Szablewska, Tomasz Szablewski, Anna Przybylska-Balcerek, Lidia Szwajkowska-Michalek, Michal Krzyzaniak, Dariusz Swierk, Renata Cegielska-Radziejewska, Zbigniew Krejpcio
Summary: Plant extracts are valuable sources of bioactive compounds that can be used in various industries. This study investigated the content of selected bioactive compounds in extracts from different plant materials, and found that they have potential antimicrobial activity. The tested plant materials, including bitter melon, elderberry, wild rose, mountain ash, guelder rose, and sea buckthorn, contain various bioactive compounds and exhibit antibacterial effects.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
K. Perz, S. A. Kaczmarek, S. Nowaczewski, A. J. Cowieson, L. Jarosz, A. Ciszewski, M. Hejdysz
Summary: The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of protein source and amylase addition and their interaction on growth performance and nutrient utilization in broiler chickens. The results showed that the addition of amylase, regardless of the protein source, improved body weight gain and feed conversion ratio, as well as dry matter, starch, and amino acid digestibility. Therefore, the use of exogenous amylase is effective in broiler chicken nutrition.
ANIMAL FEED SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Marcin Dziedzinski, Barbara Stachowiak, Joanna Kobus-Cisowska, Rafal Kozlowski, Kinga Stuper-Szablewska, Katarzyna Szambelan, Barbara Gorna
Summary: The aim of this study was to determine the role of Pinus sylvestris L. shoots in the development of antioxidant and sensory features of wheat beer. The addition of pine shoots affected the profile of biologically active compounds and increased the quantity of bioactive compounds in the beer. The sensory evaluation confirmed the high attractiveness of the beer with pine shoots, and the tested samples were microbiologically stable during the storage period.
ELECTRONIC JOURNAL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
Patryk Kulinski, Michal Rutkowski, Lukasz Tomczyk, Grzegorz Miekisiak, Piotr Morasiewicz
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the radiographic treatment outcomes of Chevron osteotomy with and without Akin osteotomy. The results showed that the combination of surgeries had lower Hallux Valgus Angle (HVA) and Interphalangeal Angle (IPA) values in long-term follow-up compared to Chevron osteotomy alone. There were no significant differences between the groups in other radiographic parameters. Hallux valgus surgery did not increase the risk of adjacent-joint arthritis. The study concluded that combining Chevron osteotomy with Akin osteotomy is recommended for correcting Hallux valgus deformity.
INDIAN JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDICS
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Magdalena Komorowicz, Dominika Janiszewska-Latterini, Anna Przybylska-Balcerek, Kinga Stuper-Szablewska
Summary: A diverse range of organisms, including fungi, bacteria, and actinomycetes, can break down and transform organic matter, such as wood, into valuable nutrients. In the context of a sustainable economy, biological preparations are increasingly used to facilitate the decomposition of lignocellulosic waste. This study focused on the potential use of specific decay fungi, such as Bjerkandera adusta, Phanerochaete chrysosporium, and Trametes versicolor, in composting wood waste contaminated with substances like pentachlorophenol, lindane, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jakub Frankowski, Anna Przybylska-Balcerek, Malgorzata Graczyk, Grazyna Niedziela, Dominika Sieracka, Kinga Stuper-Szablewska
Summary: The popularity of hemp cultivation is increasing, and this study aimed to determine the characteristics of hempseed, oil, and oil cake samples produced under different conditions. The research showed the significant impact of factors such as fertilization and cultivation methods on the content of bioactive compounds. These findings will help in optimizing cultivation methods to maximize bioactive compound content.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Krystian Kazubski, Lukasz Tomczyk, Andrzej Bobinski, Piotr Morasiewicz
Summary: This study evaluated 44 patients who underwent staged bilateral total knee replacement procedures. The prognostic factors, such as the size of implants and the occurrence of complications, did not differ significantly between the first and second surgeries. Strong correlations were observed between the sizes of femoral and tibial components used in both procedures. Other factors, including duration of anesthesia, hospital stay, and tibial polyethylene insert size, also showed no significant differences.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Bartosz Kieronczyk, Mateusz Rawski, Zuzanna Mikolajczak, Piotr Szymkowiak, Kinga Stuper-Szablewska, Damian Jozefiak
Summary: This study evaluated the dose-dependent effect of black soldier fly larvae fat inclusion in broiler chicken diets on breast meat quality. The results showed that higher inclusion of the larvae fat led to a higher concentration of saturated fatty acids in the breast meat. The fatty acid composition in the meat linearly increased with increasing insect fat inclusion. Meat color and water-holding capacity were affected by the level of fat inclusion. Despite the negative effect on n3 levels, consumer acceptance-related physicochemical indices were not significantly altered.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Katarzyna Perz, Sebastian Andrzej Kaczmarek, Sebastian Nowaczewski, Aaron Joell Cowieson, Marcin Hejdysz
Summary: Pea can be grown and harvested in almost all climatic zones worldwide. It has high crude protein and starch content, making it a potential energy source in animal feed. Adding exogenous amylase can significantly enhance the nutritional value of pea seeds and improve the digestibility of broiler chicken feed.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Mateusz Barczewski, Joanna Anisko, Aleksander Hejna, Olga Mysiukiewicz, Paulina Kosmela, Kamila Salasinska, Anna Boczkowska, Anna Przybylska-Balcerek, Kinga Stuper-Szablewska
Summary: The effects of using unprocessed raw leaves of lemon and stevia as fillers for high-density polyethylene were studied. The addition of 5 wt% of these leaves significantly improved the melt oxidation resistance and reduced the oxidation level of the polyethylene.
CLEAN TECHNOLOGIES AND ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Urszula Wachowska, Wioletta Pluskota, Katarzyna G. Lowacka, Kinga Szablewska-Stuper, Margaret Balcerzak
Summary: The aim of this study was to analyze the concentrations of trichothecenes in durum wheat grain and changes in the F. graminearum transcriptome under the influence of the Debaryomyces hansenii antagonistic yeast strain. The results showed that Debaryomyces hansenii suppressed the spread of F. graminearum and decreased the content of trichothecenes. However, Debaryomyces hansenii had no effect on the biosynthesis pathway of trichothecenes.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Andrzej Bobinski, Lukasz Tomczyk, Pawel Reichert, Piotr Morasiewicz
Summary: This study assessed the clinical and radiological outcomes of 27 patients with symptomatic flexible flatfoot deformity treated surgically with a talar screw. The use of Spherus screw arthroereisis improved radiological parameters and resulted in good clinical outcomes, with the majority of patients reporting satisfaction with the treatment.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Rafal Nowak, Malgorzata Szczepanek, Karolina Blaszczyk, Joanna Kobus-Cisowska, Anna Przybylska-Balcerek, Kinga Stuper-Szablewska, Jaroslaw Poberezny, Mohammad Bagher Hassanpouraghdam, Farzad Rasouli
Summary: Barley grain is nutritionally valuable due to its high fiber and antioxidant content. It is also a good source of unsaturated fatty acids and carotenoids. This study found that dark-pigmented barley grains contain more phenolic compounds, flavonoids, and unsaturated fatty acids compared to yellow grains. The application of an amino-acid biostimulant increased the concentration of phenolic compounds, particularly in alternative barley genotypes.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Jesper Tessin, Judith Rohde, Arne Jung, Nicole Kemper, Jochen Schulz
Summary: In this study, samples from poultry house environment and culled birds were collected, and E. cecorum was successfully isolated. The principle of isolating the pathogen by streaking on a chromogenic agar may motivate researchers to investigate transmission routes and optimize biosecurity measures.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Junqin Zhang, Zimin Xie, Yanlin Pan, Zuoxin Chen, Yunzhen Huang, Linlin Li, Jiawen Dong, Yong Xiang, Qi Zhai, Minhua Sun, Xingying Li, Shujian Huang, Ming Liao
Summary: In recent years, there has been an increase in the occurrence of fowl adenovirus 2 (FAdV-2) in China, posing a significant threat to the poultry industry. This study investigated the epidemiology, phylogenetic relationship, genomic characteristics, and pathogenicity of FAdV-2. The results showed that FAdV-2 was the most commonly detected serotype among various FAdV serotypes. Genetic analysis revealed that these FAdV-2 strains formed a distinct branch within the FAdV-D group and had a high nucleotide similarity with reference strains. Recombination analysis identified recombination events between FAdV-2 and FAdV-11 in some strains. Pathogenicity experiments demonstrated that a recombinant FAdV-2 strain caused a high mortality rate and more severe disease in chickens. These findings contribute to our understanding of FAdV-2 and provide a basis for vaccine development.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Ebtsam Iraqi, Ali Abdel Hady, Nadia Elsayed, Hanaa Khalil, Amina El-Saadany, Karim El-Sabrout
Summary: Thermal manipulation during egg incubation, particularly at 12 to 18 days, has positive effects on embryonic development, hatching characteristics, chick quality, as well as posthatch thermotolerance and performance.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Yong Liu, Mingxin Song, He Bai, Chunhua Wang, Fei Wang, Qi Yuan
Summary: Dietary curcumin supplementation can significantly improve egg quality of quails in the late laying period, primarily by improving lipid metabolism and selectively regulating the intestinal microbial community.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Lei Zhang, Zhixuan Song, Peiyao Li, Xingju Song, Xinming Tang, Dandan Hu
Summary: This study evaluated the vaccine potential of recombinant proteins for avian coccidiosis caused by Eimeria. The results showed that the rEten5-B protein can trigger immune protection against E. tenella and may be a potential and effective subunit vaccine for the control of coccidiosis in poultry.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Milan Kumar Sharma, Amit Kumar Singh, Doyun Goo, Venkata Sesha Reddy Choppa, Hanseo Ko, Hanyi Shi, Woo Kyun Kim
Summary: The study investigates the effect of Eimeria infection on gastrointestinal physiology, growth performance, and egg production of Hy-Line W-36 laying hens during peak production. Results show that Eimeria infection negatively affects body weight, feed intake, immune response, and nutrient transporter gene expression. Egg production temporarily ceases in hens infected with high and medium-high dosages of Eimeria.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Elwy A. Ashour, Mahmoud Kamal, Hayman A. A. Altaie, Ayman A. Swelum, Gamaleldin M. Suliman, Guillermo Tellez-Isaias, Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of CP and ME on the performance and nutritional value of Japanese quail lay chicken. The results showed that protein and energy levels significantly influenced all productive outcomes except feed conversion ratio. The combination of dietary energy and protein levels had a substantial effect on all egg quality trials evaluated. It is recommended to feed layer Japanese quail between the ages of 8 and 20 weeks during the summer with a dietary energy content of 2,900 kcal ME/kg and 20% CP.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
J. E. Doornweerd, R. F. Veerkamp, B. de Klerk, M. van der Sluis, A. C. Bouwman, E. D. Ellen, G. Kootstra
Summary: Tracking group-housed individual broilers using video can provide valuable information on their health, welfare, and performance. This study conducted a comprehensive analysis on broiler tracking on video and potential tracking errors, highlighting the potential and challenges of phenotyping broiler locomotion. The results emphasized the importance of addressing tracking errors, potential algorithm improvements, and the need for an external animal identification system for efficient locomotion phenotyping.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Jiayu Wu, Yanan Wang, Yu An, Changyu Tian, Lingfeng Wang, Zuhong Liu, Desheng Qi
Summary: This study compared the gene expression differences in liver tissues of laying hens at different ages using RNA sequencing, and found that the transport and metabolism of amino acids changed during the growing period, which influenced the growth and development of the hens.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
J. Raabe, G. Raveendran, W. Otten, K. Homeyer, T. Bartels
Summary: This study investigated the effects of different flicker frequencies on the behavior, performance, and stress response in male turkeys. The results showed that flicker frequencies of 165 Hz or higher had no detrimental effect on growth performance, injurious pecking, or endocrine stress response in the turkeys.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Adamu Mani Isa, Yanyan Sun, Yuanmei Wang, Yunlei Li, Jingwei Yuan, Aixin Ni, Hui Ma, Lei Shi, Hailai Hagos Tesfay, Yunhe Zong, Panlin Wang, Pingzhuang Ge, Jilan Chen
Summary: This study sequenced mRNAs and lncRNAs in the ovary stroma of specific chicken breeds and their reciprocal crossbreds to understand the molecular mechanism of heterosis for egg production. Results showed that genes with nonadditive expression were related to follicle growth and atresia as well as oxidative stress in the crossbred hens.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Zhepeng Wang, Qiu Chen, Yiwei Wang, Yulu Wang, Ruifang Liu
Summary: The study investigates the functional variants associated with chicken eggshell color in the SLCO1B3 gene by measuring the eggshell color of Lueyang black-boned chickens and analyzing the genetic data. It identifies 15 variants in SLCO1B3 that are significantly associated with eggshell color. However, the functional analysis shows that one specific variant, 1B3_SNP108, does not have a significant effect on promoter activity. This study highlights the importance of SLCO1B3 and its variants in breeding eggshell color.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
P. Yin, Q. Tong, B. M. Li, W. C. Zheng, Y. Wang, H. Q. Peng, X. L. Xue, S. Q. Wei
Summary: This study investigated the welfare and health of laying hens in a multitier system. The results showed that the spatial distribution of hens changed with increasing age, and lower-ranking hens preferred to stay in lower tiers to avoid competition but still had access to resources. This improved the welfare and health of the hens near the end of the laying cycle.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Wenwen Liang, Siqiong Jie, Yiqin Wang, Xiaowei Wen, Yanling Xiong, Xiaoxi Lin, Zhengrong Lv
Summary: This study examined the effect of risk perceptions on preventive behavior among vendors in the live poultry wholesale market and the live poultry retail market in Guangdong Province using the health belief model and structural equation modeling. The results showed that perceived severity and perceived benefits positively influenced vendors' self-efficacy in the wholesale market, while perceived barriers negatively affected self-efficacy in both the wholesale and retail markets. Moreover, cues to action mediated the relationship between perceived severity, perceived benefits, and self-efficacy, and also mediated the effect of perceived susceptibility among wholesale market vendors.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Shreeya Sharma, Raveendra R. Kulkarni, Shayan Sharif, Hosni Hassan, Mohammadali Alizadeh, Scott Pratt, Khaled Abdelaziz
Summary: The study investigates the impact of exposing chick embryos to antigens via in ovo delivery of poultry-specific lactobacilli on the expression of genes associated with early bursal development and maturation. Results indicate that the supplementation of poultry-specific lactobacilli to chick embryos can accelerate the development and immunological maturation of the bursa of Fabricius.
