Article
Agronomy
Chidozie Freedom Egbu, Lebogang Ezra Motsei, Azeez Olanrewaju Yusuf, Caven Mguvane Mnisi
Summary: This study investigated the effects of different concentrations of Moringa oleifera seed extract (MSE) administered through drinking water on broilers. The results showed that as MSE levels increased, the nutrient digestibility of broilers decreased, while water intake and weight gain increased. The group with only drinking water had higher feed intake and feed conversion ratio. All haematological and serum biochemical parameters were within the healthy range, and the maximum MSE dosage was determined to be 94.75 mL/L.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rami Alkhatib, Maher Tadros, Habib Lubran
Summary: The study evaluated the effects of Moringa seed powder on wastewater quality parameters and the growth of Leucaena leucocephala seedlings. Results showed that Moringa seed powder treatment increased nutrient content in wastewater and had a positive impact on seed germination and seedling growth of Leucaena leucocephala.
WATER AIR AND SOIL POLLUTION
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Elena Gonzalez-Burgos, Isabel Urena-Vacas, Marta Sanchez, M. Pilar Gomez-Serranillos
Summary: Moringa oleifera leaf powder methanol extracts possess high phenolic content and antioxidant activity, providing neuroprotective effects against H2O2-induced oxidative stress and safeguarding mitochondrial function.
Article
Plant Sciences
Amel Hedhili, Samuel Lubbers, Elias Bou-Maroun, Francine Griffon, Babatope Ebenezer Akinyemi, Florence Husson, Dominique Valentin
Summary: The study added Moringa Dried Leaves (MDL) to biscuits and found that consumers were divided into two clusters in terms of acceptance, with younger consumers more likely to enjoy the supplemented biscuits. Incorporating MDL into biscuits increased iron and protein content, but also led to incomplete protein digestion. Additionally, vitamin A from MDL was degraded during baking. The study suggests caution in advertising Moringa supplemented products to avoid misleading consumers.
SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF BOTANY
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Vandana Kumari Leitanthem, Parul Chaudhary, Mukesh Bhakat, Madhu Mohini, Goutam Mondal
Summary: This study examines the efficacy of incorporating Moringa oleifera leaves (ML) at different levels in the feed of ruminants under in vitro conditions. The results show that replacing 10-20% of the feed with ML improves gas production, digestibility, and rumen fermentation parameters, while reducing methane emissions. No changes are observed in ammonia and acetate propionate ratios. It is concluded that adding ML to the feed can serve as a protein supplement and reduce methane emissions without affecting digestibility and rumen fermentation parameters, making it a widely applicable method for sustainable animal production and mitigating global warming.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jomarys Gonzalez-Velazquez, Efrain Salas-Vazquez, Martha L. Lopez-Moreno
Summary: Cadmium (Cd) levels in agricultural soils are increasing due to industrial expansion and pesticide discharge. This research aimed to evaluate the effect of NaHS on Cd and nutrient uptake, as well as other parameters in Leucaena leucocephala plants exposed to Cd. Results showed that NaHS significantly increased Cd uptake by roots and helped decrease its toxic effect on plant growth and development.
Article
Plant Sciences
Zecarias W. Teclegeorgish, Yvonne M. Aphane, Ntebogeng S. Mokgalaka, Paul Steenkamp, Vuyelwa J. Tembu
Summary: Moringa oleifera, a versatile plant, was studied for its nutrient content, secondary metabolites profiles and antioxidant activity. Analysis revealed 19 compounds in the leaves, including flavonoids and phenolic acid derivatives. Leaves from Limpopo showed the highest nutrient content and strongest antioxidant activity.
SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF BOTANY
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Einar Artiles-Ortega, Orelvis Portal, Jeyamalar Jeyanathan, Beydis Reguera-Barreto, Pedro Yoelvys de la Fe-rodriguez, Raciel Lima-Orozco, Veerle Fievez
Summary: This study investigates the effect of prenatal and postnatal dietary interventions on the adaptation of ruminants to Leucaena leucocephala. The results show that early-life interventions enhance animal performance and improve rumen bacterial community and organic matter digestibility. Moreover, supplementation of live yeast promotes the maturation of rumen bacteria and protozoa colonization.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Valence B. B. Mutwedu, Albert W. W. Nyongesa, Jafred M. M. Kitaa, Rodrigue B. B. Ayagirwe, Chasinga Baharanyi, James M. M. Mbaria
Summary: This study demonstrates the therapeutic value of Moringa oleifera seed extracts in alleviating the damage caused by heat stress and improving reproductive performances and functional systems in rabbits. This is of great significance for addressing the issues of heat stress due to global warming and improving animal productivity and reproductive health.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Fernando De Jesus Carballo-Mendez, Emilio Olivares-Saenz, Rigoberto Eustacio Vazquez-Alvarado, Francisco Zavala-Garcia, Adalberto Benavides-Mendoza, Manuela Bolivar-Duarte
Summary: Salinity is a common environmental stress that affects crop growth and development, but the application of silicon (Si) can mitigate its effects on moringa seedlings.
PAKISTAN JOURNAL OF BOTANY
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
W. Mankga, N. A. Sebola, H. K. Mokoboki, F. Manyeula, M. Mabelebele
Summary: This study assessed the effects of Moringa oleifera leaf meal on nutrient digestibility, feed intake, growth rate, and serum metabolites of New Zealand white weaned rabbits. The results showed that adding Moringa oleifera leaf meal to rabbit diets (up to 15%) did not have any adverse effects on growth performance.
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL AND FEED SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Asanda Sokombela, Bahlebi K. Eiasu, Patrick Nyambo
Summary: This study aimed to determine the effects of nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer rates on plant growth performance and leaf nutrient composition of moringa. The results showed that moringa trees treated with 100 kg N ha(-1) and 80 kg P ha(-1) had significantly better growth performance and higher nutrient content compared to other treatment combinations.
FRONTIERS IN SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
V. O. A. Ojo, O. O. Adelusi, O. J. Idowu, O. O. Shittu, F. A. Okeniyi, B. M. Ogundapo, F. I. Dada, A. O. Oso
Summary: The aim of this study was to determine the chemical composition of composite pellets of Megathyrsus maximus containing Leucaena leucocephala seed meal and evaluate the growth responses, haematological and serum biochemical of rabbits fed these pellets for 60 days. Results showed that increasing the seed inclusion in grass pellets led to an increase in proximate composition and tannin contents, and a reduction in NDF contents of the pellets. Rabbits fed with 30% and 40% seed inclusion had similar weight gain, while the lowest feed conversion ratio was observed in rabbits fed with 30% seed inclusion. The packed cell volume, RBC and lymphocyte of rabbits were altered with feeding grass seed pellets, but no specific pattern was followed.
TROPICAL ANIMAL HEALTH AND PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Mankga William, Hilda. K. K. Mokoboki, Freddy Manyeula, Monnye Mabelebele, Nthabiseng. A. A. Sebola
Summary: This study explores the supplementation of Moringa oleifera leaves on carcass characteristics and meat quality of rabbits. The results show that the addition of Moringa oleifera leaves does not adversely affect the carcass characteristics and meat quality of rabbits, thus it can be recommended as a nutraceutical source for sustainable rabbit production.
ITALIAN JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Shaimaa Selim, Mahmoud F. Seleiman, Mohamed M. Hassan, Ahmed A. Saleh, Mohamed A. Mousa
Summary: Rabbit meat is favored for its high nutritive value, but can undergo lipid peroxidation during storage. Moringa oleifera leaves are rich in nutrition and low in anti-nutritional factors, potentially preventing oxidation damage in meat. Supplementation with Moringa oleifera leaves in rabbit diets improved performance, antioxidant capacity, and meat quality, indicating beneficial impacts on rabbit growth and meat quality.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Ivan Chan-Zapata, Carlos Sandoval-Castro, Maira Rubi Segura-Campos
Summary: This article reviews the current biological activity of protein derivatives and peptides isolated from cereals, pseudocereals, and legumes on therapeutic markers related to type 2 diabetes mellitus, highlighting their potential as a pharmacological treatment.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Parasitology
F. A. Mendez-Ortiz, C. A. Sandoval-Castro, L. A. Sarmiento-Franco, J. Ventura-Cordero, P. G. Gonzalez-Pech, J. J. Vargas-Magana, J. F. J. Torres-Acosta
Summary: The study showed that condensed tannins intake from Gymnopodium floribundum leaf meal reduced digestibility and retention of nitrogen and energy in hair sheep lambs, while infection with Haemonchus contortus had a minimal impact on these parameters.
ACTA PARASITOLOGICA
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
P. Lopez-Lopez, L. A. Sarmiento-Franco, R. Santos-Ricalde
Summary: Higher stocking density in broilers leads to decreased feed intake and live weight, but does not affect Eimeria oocyst counts in excreta or litter, intestinal lesions, or foot pad injuries.
BRITISH POULTRY SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Saber Hassan, Mohamed Hassan, Farid Soliman, Assem Safwat
Summary: The present study investigated the effects of supplementing hot red pepper oil to broiler diets, and found that it positively influenced blood parameters, liver function, and cecal microbiota count in the broiler chicks.
ANIMAL BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
G. S. Castaneda-Ramirez, I. Y. Lara-Vergara, J. F. J. Torres-Acosta, C. A. Sandoval-Castro, J. E. Sanchez, J. Ventura-Cordero, V. G. Garcia-Rubio, L. Aguilar-Marcelino
Summary: This study evaluated the in vitro anthelmintic activity against Haemonchus contortus of ten extracts obtained from coffee pulp waste, maize comb waste, pangola grass hay, and different mixtures of those materials. The results showed that certain extracts exhibited activity against eggs and larvae, and chemical analysis revealed the presence of coumarins and flavonoids in the extracts. The extracts from T4 and T8 showed the best overall activity and had good nutritional quality.
WASTE AND BIOMASS VALORIZATION
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Gabriel Andres Ortiz-Dominguez, Cindy Goretti Marin-Tun, Rafael Arturo Torres-Fajardo, Pedro Geraldo Gonzalez-Pech, Concepcion Manuela Capetillo-Leal, Juan Felipe de Jesus Torres-Acosta, Javier Ventura-Cordero, Carlos Alfredo Sandoval-Castro
Summary: The study found that browsing experience of goats guided their selection and intake towards plants with better nutritional quality in cafeteria trials, with lower intake of secondary compounds. Goats with experience selected and consumed forages with suitable nutritional quality, while naive goats did not show a clear pattern for their selection or intake.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
E. R. Salazar-Cuytun, L. A. Sarmiento-Franco, A. J. Aguilar-Caballero, M. Fonseca, L. O. Tedeschi
Summary: The study aimed to evaluate the relationship between BMIc and chemical components in hair sheep lambs. Results showed that there was a correlation between BMIc and the composition of muscle, fat, and viscera.
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL AND FEED SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Rafael Arturo Torres-Fajardo, Gabriel Andres Ortiz-Dominguez, Raul Ariel Avila-Cervantes, Carlos Alfredo Sandoval-Castro, Javier Ventura-Cordero, Juan Felipe de Jesus Torres-Acosta, Pedro Geraldo Gonzalez-Pech
Summary: This study describes the feeding behavior of Criollo goats towards Lantana camara in the low deciduous forest. The results show that almost all experimental goats freely consumed Lantana camara, including bites directed to leaves, stems, flowers, and fruits. Goats possess strategies that help them select a wide range of plant species, and the nutritional context plays an important role in their dietary decisions.
JOURNAL OF ARID ENVIRONMENTS
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Rubi E. Sanchez-Casanova, Luis Sarmiento-Franco, Clive J. C. Phillips
Summary: The effects of outdoor access for broilers in tropical conditions are dependent on season and stocking density.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Esther Faustin Evaris, Luis Sarmiento Franco, Carlos Sandoval Castro, Jose Segura Correa, Jesus Caamal Maldonado
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of adding Moringa oleifera meal to the diets of slow-growing male chickens with outdoor access in the tropics. The results showed that the inclusion of Moringa in the diets did not negatively affect production performance and carcass traits, but it did increase feed conversion. Breast and gizzard weight and yield were significantly increased with dietary Moringa, while blood parameters remained unchanged. Therefore, Moringa can be added as a feed ingredient to improve productive and carcass traits of slow-growing male chickens with outdoor access in the tropics.
Article
Parasitology
Cindy G. G. Marin-Tun, Maria G. Mancilla-Montelongo, Juan F. J. Torres-Acosta, Concepcion M. Capetillo-Leal, Carlos A. A. Sandoval-Castro, Herve Hoste, Rocio Borges-Argaez
Summary: This study developed and evaluated an in vitro rumen incubation method to describe the exsheathment kinetics of Haemonchus contortus third-stage infective larvae in ruminal liquor. The aim was to standardize the method and select the best fitting nonlinear model to describe the exsheathment kinetics. The exsheathment in ruminal liquor reached 6.52%, 20.65%, 58.22%, 69.24%, 73.08%, and 77.20% in 1, 3, 6, 9, 12, and 24 hours, respectively. The Log-Logistic model had the best fit among the tested models.
PARASITOLOGY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Victor Francisco Diaz-Echeverria, Veimer Velmar-Chan, Ronald Herve Santos-Ricalde, Jose Candelario Segura-Correa, Ismael Pat-Ake, Addy Consuelo Chavarria-Diaz, Ivan Oros-Ortega, Fernando Casanova-Lugo, Amelia Cen Hoy, Candita Kim Barrera
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of different levels of dietary Tithonia diversifolia (TD: 0, 10, 20, and 30 %) on productive traits, egg quality, and economic efficiency in laying hens. The results showed that hens fed the 20 and 30 % TD diets had higher feed intake, but lower laying rate compared to those fed the 0 or 10 % TD diets. The inclusion of up to 10 % TD in laying hen diets did not affect productive traits, economic efficiency, and egg quality traits.
VETERINARIA MEXICO
(2023)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Nestor Acosta-Lozano, Marcos Barros-Rodriguez, Carlos Guishca-Cunuhay, Veronica Andrade-Yucailla, Katherine Contreras-Barros, Carlos Sandoval-Castro, Mona Mohamad Mohamad Yasseen Elghandour, Abdelfattah Zeidan Mohamed Salem
Summary: The inclusion of Acacia mearnsii leaves in ruminant's diets has been found to reduce the population of protozoa and methane production while not affecting ruminal degradation kinetics, nutrient digestibility, and microbial protein production. Up to 15% of A. mearnsii leaves can be recommended as a supplement in high-fiber diets without adverse effects.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Parasitology
Herve Hoste, Griselda Meza-OCampos, Sarah Marchand, Smaragda Sotiraki, Katerina Sarasti, Berit M. Blomstrand, Andrew R. Williams, Stig M. Thamsborg, Spiridoula Athanasiadou, Heidi L. Enemark, Juan Felipe Torres Acosta, Gabriella Mancilla-Montelongo, Carlos Sandoval Castro, Livio M. Costa-Junior, Helder Louvandini, Dauana Mesquita Sousa, Juha-Pekka Salminen, Maarit Karonen, Marika Engstrom, Johannes Charlier, Vincent Niderkorn, Eric R. Morgan
Summary: Previous studies have shown that legume fodders containing condensed tannins can be an option for controlling gastrointestinal nematodes in ruminants and addressing resistance to anthelmintics. Recent research has evaluated the antiparasitic activity of unconventional agro-industrial by-products. This review presents evidence for the antiparasitic effects of tannin-containing agro-industrial by-products and discusses their socio-economic aspects and on-farm use.