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Danis Khaziev1, Chulpan Galina2, Rinat Gadiev1
1Department of Beekeeping, Private Zootechny and Breeding of Animals, Federal State Budgetary Education Institution of Higher Education Bashkir State Agrarian University, Ufa, Russian Federation.
Research in Veterinary Science
|December 8, 2019
Summary
Phytoecdysteroids from Serratula coronata L. juice enhance duckling growth and meat production. Supplementation at 1.0 mg/L improved livestock safety, weight gain, and profitability while reducing feed costs.
Area of Science:
- Zoology
- Animal Science
- Agricultural Science
Background:
- Phytoecdysteroids are naturally occurring compounds with potential biological activities.
- Serratula coronata L. is a plant source of various bioactive compounds, including phytoecdysteroids.
- Optimizing livestock production through natural feed additives is a key area in animal science.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the impact of Serratula coronata L. phytoecdysteroids on duckling productivity and vitality.
- To determine the optimal dosage of phytoecdysteroids for duckling feed.
- To evaluate the economic benefits of using phytoecdysteroids in duck meat production.
Main Methods:
- Extraction of phytoecdysteroids from Serratula coronata L. juice using a patented method (RU 2151598).
- Administration of phytoecdysteroid mixture in drinking water to "Agidel 34" cross ducklings (Beijing breed).
- Comprehensive analysis of growth parameters, carcass yield, feed conversion, and economic efficiency.
Main Results:
- A dose of 1.0 mg/L phytoecdysteroids increased livestock safety by 4.0% and live weight by 4.5% (p < 0.01).
- Average daily live weight gain improved by 3.0-3.5%, and gutted carcass weight increased by 7.1%.
- Feed costs per unit of production decreased by 2.0%, leading to a 5.2% increase in duck meat production profitability.
Conclusions:
- Phytoecdysteroids from Serratula coronata L. are effective in enhancing duckling growth performance and meat yield.
- The optimal inclusion dose of 1.0 mg/L in drinking water offers significant economic advantages.
- This study supports the use of natural phytoecdysteroids as a sustainable strategy in poultry farming.
