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Evaluation of Proximate and Anti-Nutritional Composition of Mucuna Pruriens Seed Meal Subjected to Combined Processing.

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Title: Evaluation of Proximate and Anti-Nutritional Composition of Mucuna Pruriens Seed Meal Subjected to Combined Processing. Authors: Adebayo, Rasheed; Kolawole, Juwon; Ayanwale, Bisi Abstract: Mucuna pruriens is a tropical legume, and a sustainable protein source due to its high protein content (23-35 %). However, its utilization is hindered by anti-nutritional compounds. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of combined processing method (soaking, boiling, and roasting) on the proximate and anti-nutritional composition of Mucuna pruriens seed meal. The experiment was conducted at the Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria. Mucuna pruriens seeds were obtained from the National Animal Production Research Institute, Kaduna. Seeds were subjected to triple combined treatment and analyzed for proximate and phytochemical composition using standard method. Results showed significant (p<0.05) reduction in quantity of anti-nutritional compounds, including saponin (76.32 %), alkaloid (72.72 %), and L-Dopa (74.82 %), while tannin (52.63 %), oxalates (54.63 %), phytates (52.25 %), phenol (61.32 %), and flavonoids (54.76 %) were all reduced below average respectively. Proximate analysis showed changes in nutritional composition, with increased nitrogen-free extract and reduced crude protein and ether extract. The combined treatment improved the overall nutritional value and safety of Mucuna pruriens seed meal. It was concluded that combined processing method is an effective method for reducing anti- nutritional compounds and enhancing the nutritional value of Mucuna pruriens seed meal, making it a viable alternative feed option for sustainable protein production and contributing to global food security and animal welfare.

Growth Performance and Economic Characteristics of Turkey Poults Fed Millet-Based Diets as A Replacement for Maize

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Title: Growth Performance and Economic Characteristics of Turkey Poults Fed Millet-Based Diets as A Replacement for Maize Authors: Adebayo, Rasheed; Malik, Abdulganiyu; Ibrahim, Momoh; Kudu, Yahaya; Jibogun, P. Abstract: ABSTRACT A nine (9) weeks feeding trial was conducted on seventy two (72) day-old turkey poults to determine their growth performance and economic characteristics when fed three dietary treatments(T2T2 andT3) containing 0 %, 25 %and 50 % replacement of maize with millet respectively. Parameters studied included weekly feed intake, weekly body weight gain, feed conversion ratio and certain economic characteristics. The performance of turkey poults fed millet at 25 % replacement showed significant (P<0.05) differences from those of other treatments in terms of bodyweight gain and feed conversion ratio; T2 had the highest body weight gain of 807.20g while T1 and T3 had 740.20gand 731.25g respectively. There were no significant (P>0.05) differences in terms of feed intake, feed conversion ratio and mortality across the treatments. Also, no significant (P>0.05) difference occurred in total cost of feed consumed per bird, but the treatments were significantly (P<0.05) different in terms of cost of of feed per kg liveweight gain and in the revenue generated per bird, as T2 had the lowest cost of feed (N287.26) per kg live weight gain followed byT3 (N308.99) and T1 (N314.42) respectively; revenue generated was highest in T2 (N401.36) and lowest inT1(N349.35), with T3 having N349.80. Therefore, it can be concluded that millet can be used to replace maize up to 50 % in the diets of turkey poults at the starter phase with good performance; but better results are obtained with 25%replacement.

GROWTH PERFORMANCE OF WEARNER RABBITS FED DOUM PALM MEAL (Hyphaene thebaica) BASED DIETS

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Title: GROWTH PERFORMANCE OF WEARNER RABBITS FED DOUM PALM MEAL (Hyphaene thebaica) BASED DIETS Authors: IBRAHIM, H.; DIKKO, A. H.; OGUNBAJO, S. A.; BAMIDELE, R. O.; YABAGI, A. Abstract: ABSTRACT This study was carried out to investigate the growth performance of rabbits fed diets containing varying levels of doum palm meal. Forty(40) rabbits were randomly allotted to four dietary treatments of five replicates in a completely randomized design with two (2) rabbits per replicate. They were fed four experimental diets containing 0, 5, 10 and 15 % doum palm meal respectively. Data obtained were subjected to analysis. The result showed that there were no significant differences (P>0.05) in the values obtained for average initial body weights. However, there were significant (P<0.05) differences in the values obtained for average final body weight, average body weight gain, average daily weight gain, average daily feed consumed and feed conversion ratio. Rabbits fed diets containing 15 % doum palm meal performed better recording the highest final body weight of (1512. 80 g), this was followed by rabbit groups fed 10 % doum palm meal (1333.70) and the least value was recorded on rabbit groups fed 0 % doum palm meal (1205.50 g). The highest average daily feed consumed (63.15 g) was observed in rabbits fed diet containing 15 % doum palm meal, this was followed by those fed 10 % (61.31 g), 5 % (61.22 g) and 0 % (58.03 g) doum palm meal respectively. In conclusion, doum palm meal could be used up to 15 % substitution for maize in rabbit diets without any adverse effect on growth performance. Keywords: Growth performance, weaner rabbit, doum palm meal. Description: CONFERENCE ARTICLE

EFFECT OF LOCATION UNDER DIFFERENT RAINY SEASON INTERPHASE ON UDDER MORPHOMETRY, MILK YIELD AND COMPOSITION OF BUNAJI COWS IN SOUTHERN GUINEA SAVANNA, NIGERIA

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Title: EFFECT OF LOCATION UNDER DIFFERENT RAINY SEASON INTERPHASE ON UDDER MORPHOMETRY, MILK YIELD AND COMPOSITION OF BUNAJI COWS IN SOUTHERN GUINEA SAVANNA, NIGERIA Authors: DIKKO, A. H.; TSADO, D. N.; SHUAIBU, I. Abstract: ABSTRACT This study investigated the effect of location under different rainy season interphase on udder morphometry, milk yield and composition of Bunaji cows in Southern Guinea Savanna, Nigeria. Milk yield, composition of milk as well as physico-chemical properties of milk produced by Bunaji cows under interphase of rainy season and the udder morphometry was determined. The study was conducted in Niger state between the months of May to October 2023. Three experimental sites: Minna, Lambata and Tafa were selected. The experimental design used was Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with three treatments (Minna, Lambata and Tafa), three replicates (early, mid and late rainy season) and ten (10) animals per replicate. This gave the total of ninety (90) lactating Bunaji (White Fulani) cows as experimental animals. Milk sample collection was done in three phases namely: early, mid and late rainy seasons which were analyzed for Crude Protein (CP), Ash, Moisture, Fat, Nitrogen Free Extract (NFE), mineral composition, physico-chemical properties and Udder morphometry according to the standard procedure of Association of Official Analytical Chemist AOAC (2000). Results showed that there were significant (P < 0.05) differences in milk yield across all observed parameters, namely, early, mid, and late rainy seasons. Also, there was a significant (P < 0.05) difference in moisture composition, whereas there were no significant (P > 0.05) differences in crude protein, ash, fat, and NFE. In addition, phosphorus, iron and zinc did not exhibit a significant difference among the treatment groups (P > 0.05), while calcium displayed a noteworthy difference among the treatment groups (P < 0.05), None of the physiochemical parameters considered Total Solid(TS),Total Titratable Acid (TTA), viscosity, density and Total Soluble Solid (TSS) was significantly different (P < 0.05) among treatment groups except pH which was found to be significantly different also there was a significant difference (P < 0.05) in udder circumference, while no significant differences (P > 0.05) were observed in udder depth, udder length and udder width. The study concluded that milk yield, moisture composition, calcium composition, pH and Udder circumference of milk produced by Bunaji cows in the study areas were affected by rainy season interphase. It was therefore recommended that dairy farming programs focusing on cows from Lambata and Tafa, which consistently produced higher milk yields across all interphases, should be explored; nutritional interventions aimed at optimizing moisture levels in the diet of cows in other locations aside Tafa will go a long way in improving milk quality, calcium supplementation strategies should be adopted to address variations in calcium composition in milk and pH levels in cow milk should be constantly monitored and managed by adjusting feeding practices. Key Word: Effect, Location, Rainy Season, Interphase, Udder Morphometry, Milk Yield, Composition, Bunaji Cows, Southern Guinea Savanna, Nigeria. 52 Description: CONFERENCE PAPAER