Haematological and Serum Biochemical Indices of White Fulani Calves Fed Rauvolfia vomitoria Leaves and Brewers’ Spent Grain-based Diet
Uduak D. Etteh, Udoh A. Inyang
Animal Science
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The blood profile of White Fulani calves fed ensiled Rauvolfia vomitoria (RV) leaves and Brewers’ Spent Grains (BSG) based diet was assessed. Nine (9) Fulani calves, aged between 4 – 8 weeks, were randomly assigned to 3 treatment groups of three animals per replicate, such that there was a contro... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Growth Performance of White Fulani Calves Fed Rauvolfia vomitoria (Poison devil’s pepper) Leaves and Brewers’ Spent-Grain Based Diet
Uduak D. Etteh, Udoh A. Inyang, Kolawole D. Afolabi, Nsikan J. Ekanem
Animal Science
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An experiment to evaluate the growth performance of White Fulani Calves fed ensiled Rauvolfia vomitoria (RV) leaves and Brewers’ Spent Grain Based diet was undertaken. The ensiling lasted for 21 days. Nine (9) Fulani Calves procured for this experiment were randomly divided into 3 treatment group... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Influence of Dietary Turmeric (Curcuma longa) Leaf Meal on Growth Indices and Carcass Characteristics of Broiler Chickens
Idongesit P. Akpan, Paul M. Eko, Ekaette N. Mbaba, Ubak, E. Ekpo, Ifiok A. Isong, Maureen O. Edet
Animal Science
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The prohibition of artificial antibiotic growth promoters in poultry feed due to their implication in drug-resistant microflora and consumer preference for naturally produced foods has led to the quest for utilizing natural additives in poultry feed which enhance productivity without compromising... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Influence of Cassava Peel Meal on the Temperature – Humidity Index of Rabbits in Nigeria’s Tropical Region
Emem I. Evans
Animal Science
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The temperature – humidity index (THI), a combination of ambient temperature and relative humidity has been used over time to assess levels of comfort and stress zones of animals. This study was conducted to assess the influence of cassava peel meal on the temperature-humidity index of rabbits. S... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Perceived Effects of Climate Change on Crop Production among Women Farmers in Ilorin-East L.G.A, Kwara State, Nigeria
Mobolaji O. Musa, Gbolagade B. Adesiji, Joy Y. Adefemi,Toyosi E. Olabamiji
Agric Economics and Extension
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Climate change has affected agricultural activities in most countries of the world, thus resulting in food shortage. This study investigated the perceived effects of climate change on agricultural crops among women farmers in Ilorin-East Local Government Area (LGA), Kwara State, Nigeria. Specific... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Effect of Intra-row Spacing and Seed Rate on the Growth and Yield of Maize in Abuja, Nigeria
Belinda E. Eboseremhen, Polycarp O. Anyaegbu, Nicholas E. Ilozobhie, Daniel O. Aihebhoria, Ejura Usman, Blessing C. Mbong, Baba-Nitsa Mohammed, Sani Adamu, Suleiman Aliyu
Crop/Plant Science
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Maize is an important cereal crop in the humid tropics and sub-Saharan Africa, ranking third behind wheat and rice. Therefore, optimal plant density and good agronomic procedures are essential for enhancing maize Two field trials were conducted at the Teaching and Research Farm of the Fac... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Thermosonication and Pasteurisation Effects on the Quality Attributes of Roselle Drink, and its Application as a Non-dairy Carrier for Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus G.G
Modupeola A. Oguntoye, Olufunke O. Ezekiel, Favour N. Ani
Food Science and Technology
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This study aimed to assess the suitability of roselle drink as a non-dairy carrier for probiotic Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG), and compare the effects of thermosonication versus pasteurisation as well as probiotic inoculation mode (free or encapsulated) on the probiotic viability, microb... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Effects of Organic Liquid Fertilizers and Plant Spacing on Growth and Yield of Tiger Nut (Cyperus esculentus) Varieties in Southern Guinea Savannah of Nigeria
Nicholas E. Ilozobhie, Daniel O. Aihebhoria, Ejura B. Usman, Mohammed Baba-Nitsa, Timothy P. Chorio, Blessing C. Mbong, Faith T. Ushie, Adekunle F. Awojemila, Adamu Sani
Crop/Plant Science
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Tiger nut is a nutritionally dense crop with various recognised health benefits. Two field trials were conducted in 2023 and 2024 at the University of Abuja Teaching and Research Farm, Nigeria, to assess the influence of organic liquid fertilisers and plant spacing on the growth and yield of two ... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
