The study evaluated the growth performance and carcass quality of COBB500 broilers fed two experimental rations incorporating feed and mango fine ED<sub>10</sub> for a batch of 83 birds, ED<sub>20<...The study evaluated the growth performance and carcass quality of COBB500 broilers fed two experimental rations incorporating feed and mango fine ED<sub>10</sub> for a batch of 83 birds, ED<sub>20</sub> (batch of 83 birds) in comparison with a commercial control ration CCD (84 birds). For this purpose, 250 day-old chicks of this breed were purchased in Korhogo and transported to Tengréla in Ivory Coast for rearing. The results show that substituting mango provender ans and mango seed flour for maize resulted in rations with costs per kgMS of 215.35FCFA, 2016.93FCFA and 320FCFA for the ED<sub>10</sub>, ED<sub>20</sub> and CCD rations respectively. The production costs per kg of chicken (FCPkgLW) of the CCD ration were significantly higher than those of the ED10 and ED<sub>20</sub> (p 0.05). ADGs were significantly different and decreasing from CCD, ED<sub>20</sub> to ED<sub>10</sub> (p 0.05). Average weights at 42nd day for ED<sub>20</sub> and CCD were homogeneous (p > 0.05) and significantly higher than for ED<sub>10</sub> (p 0.05). By day 49th the average weight of ED<sub>20</sub> had reached and exceeded that of CCD by day 42nd. PSLW, HCW and CCW were significantly different and decreasing from CCW, ED<sub>20</sub> to ED<sub>10</sub> (p 0.05). Average hot (HCY) and cooled (CCY) carcass yields of ED<sub>20</sub> and CCD rations were comparable (p > 0.05) and significantly higher than those of ED<sub>10</sub> ration (p = 0.009) and 0.003). Average drumstick and neck weights were significantly higher and lower for CCD, ED<sub>20</sub> and ED<sub>10</sub> (p 0.05). For all other parts of the cut, the average weights of the CCD ration were significantly higher (p 0.05) than those of the ED<sub>20</sub> and ED<sub>10</sub> rations, which were homogeneous (p 0.05). The incorporation of mango provender and mango seed flour in broiler rations offers the prospect of reduced production costs, less competition between man and animals over cereals, and lean meat production that is more appreciated than that of chickens fed conventional feed. As it stands, the ED<sub>20</sub> ration can be recommended as a growth diet for broilers. It would be necessary to determine the levels of anti-nutritional substances in mango feeds and to assess the in vivo digestibility of mango ingredients and the diets incorporating them.展开更多
In this paper, Duroc-lanndrae-Yorkshire crossbred piggy of born at 75 days of age, bouncing with health and similar body weight were randomly divided into experimental group (136 pigs) and control group (136 pigs)...In this paper, Duroc-lanndrae-Yorkshire crossbred piggy of born at 75 days of age, bouncing with health and similar body weight were randomly divided into experimental group (136 pigs) and control group (136 pigs). Pigs in control group were fed with conventional diets, and 4% microbial fermentation feeds were added to the basal diet of experimental group to research on the effect of performance and meat quality of pig breeding. The results indicated that after feeding 106 d, compared to control group, the slaughter performance, meat quality and content of fatty acid and amino acid of experimental group were all better, its slaughter rate increased 1.53%, the carcass weight increased 2.75% and the backfat thickness decreased 0.02 cm. In addition, the pork meat in test group hadn't antibiotic and heavy metal residues, while it had higher color score, lower pH45min and pH24h value, better tenderness and rate of cooked meat and higher content of fatty acids, polyunsaturated fatty acids and amino acids. Microbial fermentation feed using in test group can significantly improved the flavor and aroma of pork, and eating this pork conducive more to human health. Thus, the application of microbial fermenta- tion feed can provide a more safe, healthy and nutritious flavor pork for human beings.展开更多
The mulberry juice contains high concentrations of α-glucosidase inhibitors that affect glycometabolism and cause diarrhea in animals, thereby affecting the de-velopment and application of mulberry (Morus alba L.) ...The mulberry juice contains high concentrations of α-glucosidase inhibitors that affect glycometabolism and cause diarrhea in animals, thereby affecting the de-velopment and application of mulberry (Morus alba L.) as feedstuff resources. ln this study, the effects of mulberry leaf extract with and without removal of mulberry juice on starch metabolism were analyzed and compared. The results showed that mul-berry leaf extract with removal of mulberry juice exhibited significantly lower inhibi-tion rate on starch metabolism compared with mulberry leaf extract without removal of mulberry juice. ln animal feeding trials, piglet feedstuff was added with 10% mul-berry leaf powder; compared with mulberry leaf powder without removal of mulberry juice, experimental piglets fed with mulberry leaf powder with removal of mulberry juice exhibited significantly improved weight gain and significantyl reduced diarrhea rate.展开更多
The soybean peptide has the trait of amino acid balance,digestible and easy to absorb,low allergy and low antigenicity.Furthermore,it also showed the feature of good mobility and thermal stability at high concentratio...The soybean peptide has the trait of amino acid balance,digestible and easy to absorb,low allergy and low antigenicity.Furthermore,it also showed the feature of good mobility and thermal stability at high concentrations.This paper seeks to study the processing and nutritional characteristics of soybean peptide.And on that basis to lucubrate soybean peptide as a safe,efficient feedstuffs additives.The aim is to improve the feedstuffs quality.展开更多
The heavy metals pollution in poultry and livestock feeds and manures under intensive farming in Jiangsu Province was investigated. 97 feed and manure samples were sampled from 31 farming plants in 10 major cities of ...The heavy metals pollution in poultry and livestock feeds and manures under intensive farming in Jiangsu Province was investigated. 97 feed and manure samples were sampled from 31 farming plants in 10 major cities of Jiangsu. 14 metals, including Zn, Cu, Pb, Cd, Cr, Ni, Mo, Mn, Ba, Co, Sr, Ti, As and Hg, were analyzed after samples acid digestion. The results showed that the most feed samples contained high concentration of metals exceeding National Hygienical Standard for Feeds. Meanwhile, it was found that Cu, Zn, Pb, Cd and Cr concentrations in animal manures were also high, for example, Cu concentration in a manure sample reached to as much as 1726 3 mg/kg. Heavy metals loading quantities in soil per year were then calculated when metals contaminated organic fertilizers were applied, and its effects on soil environmental quality were further evaluated.展开更多
The rise in global population has led to explorations of alternative sources of energy and food. Because corn and soybean are staple food crops for humans, their common use as the main source of dietary energy and pro...The rise in global population has led to explorations of alternative sources of energy and food. Because corn and soybean are staple food crops for humans, their common use as the main source of dietary energy and protein for food-producing animals directly competes with their allocation for human consumption. Alternatively, de-fatted marine microalgal biomass generated from the potential biofuel production may be a viable replacement of corn and soybean meal due to their high levels of protein, relatively well-balanced amino acid profiles, and rich contents of minerals and vitamins, along with unique bioactive compounds. Although the full-fatted (intact) microalgae represent the main source of omega-3 (n-3) polyunsaturated fatty acids including docohexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), the de-fatted microalgal biomass may still contain good amounts of these components for enriching DHA/EPA in eggs, meats, and milk. This review is written to highlight the necessity and potential of using the de-fatted microalgal biomass as a new generation of animal feed in helping address the globa energy, food, and environmental issues. Nutritional feasibility and limitation of the biomass as the new feed ingredient for simple-stomached species are elaborated. Potential applications of the biomass for generating value-added animal products are also explored.展开更多
Background:The current study was conducted to investigate the individual and combined occurrence of aflatoxin B_(1)(AFB_(1)),deoxynivalenol(DON)and zearalenone(ZEN)in feeds from various Provinces of China during 2018 ...Background:The current study was conducted to investigate the individual and combined occurrence of aflatoxin B_(1)(AFB_(1)),deoxynivalenol(DON)and zearalenone(ZEN)in feeds from various Provinces of China during 2018 to 2020.A total of 3,507 feed samples,including 2,090 feed ingredients and 1,417 complete feed samples,were collected from different areas of China for mycotoxins analysis.Results:The individual contamination of AFB_(1),DON and ZEN were present in more than 81.9%,96.4% and 96.9% of feed samples,respectively,with average concentration ranges of AFB_(1) between 1.2-27.4μg/kg,DON between 458.0-1,925.4μg/kg and ZEN between 48.1-326.8μg/kg.Notably,0.9%,0.5% and 0.1% of feed ingredients,and 1.2-12.8%,0.9-2.9% and 0-8.9% of complete feeds for pigs,poultry and ruminants with AFB_(1),ZEN and DON that exceeded China’s safety standards,respectively.Moreover,more than 81.5%of feed ingredients and 95.7% of complete feeds were co-contaminated with various combinations of these mycotoxins.Conclusion:This study indicates that the feeds in China were universally contaminated with AFB_(1),DON and ZEN during the past 3 years.These findings highlight the significance of monitoring mycotoxin contaminant levels in the domestic animal feed,and the importance of carrying out feed administration and remediation strategies for mycotoxin control.展开更多
Background: This experiment was conducted to study the effect of different feed enzymes(phytase,xylanase,β-glucanase) on release rate of trace elements(Fe,Cu,Mn and Zn) in 6 commonly used feedstuffs(corn,wheat,barley...Background: This experiment was conducted to study the effect of different feed enzymes(phytase,xylanase,β-glucanase) on release rate of trace elements(Fe,Cu,Mn and Zn) in 6 commonly used feedstuffs(corn,wheat,barley,soybean meal,wheat bran,wheat middlings) by using an in vitro model,simulating the digestive processes in stomach for 2 h and then in small intestine for 6 h at 39 °C.Results: Phytase raised(P < 0.05) the release rate of Cu and Zn in corn,Cu,Zn and Mn in wheat,Cu in barley,Cu,Zn and Mn in soybean meal,Zn,Fe in wheat bran and Zn,Fe,Mn in wheat middlings.The release rate of various trace elements in feedstuffs was increased after xylanase addition.Compared with the control group,the release rate of soluble Cu in corn,wheat,barley and soybean meal,soluble Zn in corn,wheat and wheat middlings and soluble of Mn in corn,wheat,barley and wheat bran increased(P < 0.05) after xylanase treatment.After the treatment of β-glucanase,the release rate of soluble Cu in corn,wheat and wheat bran,soluble Fe in barley,soybean meal and wheat bran and soluble Mn in corn and wheat bran all increased(P < 0.05) compared with the control group.In each feedstuff,after corresponding enzyme treatment,the contents of phytic acid,xylan and β-glucan were significantly lower than those of the control group(P < 0.05).Conclusions: Results showed that bound trace elements in feedstuffs can be released by feed enzymes.It may be necessary to take the trace elements in feedstuffs into account in the actual feed preparation including feed enzymes.展开更多
Background:The current study was carried out to provide a reference for the control of mycotoxin contamination in feed ingredients and complete feeds for swine.Methods:A total of 55 feed ingredients,including 14 cor...Background:The current study was carried out to provide a reference for the control of mycotoxin contamination in feed ingredients and complete feeds for swine.Methods:A total of 55 feed ingredients,including 14 corn,13 wheat bran,11 soybean meal and 17 dried distillers grains with solubles(DDGS) as well as 76 complete swine feeds including 7 creep feeds,14 starter feeds,14 grower feeds,18 grower-finisher feeds,10 gestating sow feeds,and 13 lactating sow feeds were randomly collected from15 swine farms located in the Beijing region of China from July to August 2011.Immunoaffinity clean-up,using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography(HPLC) in combination with UV or Fluorescence Detection,was used for quantitative analysis of aflatoxin B,(AFB,),deoxynivalenol(DON),zearalenone(ZEA) and ochratoxin A(OTA) in the ingredients and complete feeds.Results:DON and ZEA were the most prevalent mycotoxins found.DON was detected at percentages of 93,92,54,100 and 97%with a mean level of 1.01,0.44,0.05,1.36 and 0.65 ppm in the samples of corn,wheat bran,soybean meal,DDGS and complete feeds,respectively.The detected percentages of ZEA were 100,100,54,100 and 100 with mean levels of 109.1,14.9,9.2,882.7 and 58.9 ppb in the same samples.In the wheat bran and soybean meal samples,the content of all four mycotoxins were below the maximum limits set by Chinese regulations while the percentage of samples that exceeded regulatory limits were 7,57 and 7%for corn,and 7,14 and 3%for the complete feeds for AFB,,DON and OTA respectively.DDGS showed the most serious mycotoxin contamination and the percentage of samples that exceeded regulatory limits were 6,88 and 41%,for AFB,,DON and ZEA,respectively.Conclusions:This paper is the first to present data on the natural occurrence of AFB,,DON,ZEA and OTA in ingredients and complete feeds obtained from swine farms in China's Beijing region.The data shows that feed ingredients and complete swine feeds obtained from these farms are most often contaminated with DON followed by contamination with AFB,and ZEA.展开更多
There is an immediate need to identify alternative sources of high-nutrient feedstocks for domestic livestock productionand poultry,not only to support growing food demands but also to produce microalgae-source functi...There is an immediate need to identify alternative sources of high-nutrient feedstocks for domestic livestock productionand poultry,not only to support growing food demands but also to produce microalgae-source functional foods withmultiple health benefits.Various species of microalgae and cyanobacteria are used to supplement existing feedstocks.Inthis review,microalgae have been defined as a potential feedstock for domestic animals due to their abundance ofproteins,carbohydrates,lipids,minerals,vitamins,and other high-value products.Additionally,the positive physiologicaleffects on products of animals fed with microalgal biomass have been compiled and recommendations are listed toenhance the assimilation of biomolecules in ruminant and nonruminant animals,which possess differing digestivesystems.Furthermore,the role of microalgae as prebiotics is also discussed.With regards to large scale cultivation ofmicroalgae for use as feed,many economic trade-offs must be considered such as the selection of strains with desirednutritional properties,cultivation systems,and steps for downstream processing.These factors are highlighted withfurther investigations needed to reduce the overall costs of cultivation.Finally,this review outlines the pros and cons ofutilizing microalgae as a supplementary feedstock for poultry and cattle,existing cultivation strategies,and theeconomics of large-scale microalgal production.展开更多
The present study evaluated the effect of feed particle size, thermal processing, several levels of fat inclusion and moisture addition on pellet quality and protein solubility in potassium hydroxide (KOH) in a corn...The present study evaluated the effect of feed particle size, thermal processing, several levels of fat inclusion and moisture addition on pellet quality and protein solubility in potassium hydroxide (KOH) in a corn, soybean meal and animal by products based broiler diets. The different processing factors were combined in a 2 x 4 x 4 x 2 factorial arrangement in an eight randomized block consisting of eight production series: two particle sizes (coarse: 1,041 microns and medium: 743 microns), four fat inclusion levels at the mixer (15, 25, 35 and 45 g/kg of feed), four moisture addition levels in the conditioner (0, 7, 14 and 21 g/kg of feed) and two thermal processing treatments (conditioner-pellet press treatment or conditioner-expander-pellet treatment) which resulted in 64 different processed feeds. For the determination of the pellet durability index (PDI), the amount of intact pellets and protein solubility determinations, eight feed samples (replicates) were collected for each treatment. The data were transformed using a variation of Box-Cox transformation in order to fit a normal distribution (p 〉 0.05). Adding moisture up to 21 g/kg of feed in the conditioner improved pellet quality of the diets (p 〈 0.05). Expansion of diets before pelleting improved (P 〈 0.05) PDI and amount of intact pellets by 26% and 31%, respectively, as compared to a simple conditioning-pelleting feed processing. Expander treatment (at 110 ℃) decreased (p 〈 0.05) protein solubility in KOH from 686 g/kg to 643 g/kg total protein as compared to pelleting process (at 80-82 ℃). The amount of intact pellets reduced from 773 g/kg to 746 g/kg of feed (/7 〈 0.05) as particle size increased from medium to coarse grinding. Pellet quality was significantly reduced with fat inclusion levels higher than 35 g/kg of diet.展开更多
The deoiled Jatropha curcas meal by hexane extraction was detoxified phorbol esters by two different methods. These two methods were alkali in methanol and only ethanol washing. After both treatments, the PEs (phorbo...The deoiled Jatropha curcas meal by hexane extraction was detoxified phorbol esters by two different methods. These two methods were alkali in methanol and only ethanol washing. After both treatments, the PEs (phorbol esters) was decreased by 100%. The crude protein in detoxified meal of alkali in methanol washing was less amount than only ethanol washing. The result showed that treatment by only ethanol washing was a promising way to detoxify deoiled Jatropha curcas meal for animal feeds in industrial scale.展开更多
The invention and development of new research concepts, novel methodologies, and novel bioanalytical techniques are essential in advancing the animal sciences, which include feed and nutrition science. This article in...The invention and development of new research concepts, novel methodologies, and novel bioanalytical techniques are essential in advancing the animal sciences, which include feed and nutrition science. This article introduces a novel approach that shows the potential of advanced synchrotron-based bioanalytical technology for studying the effects of molecular structural changes in feeds induced by various treatments (e.g., genetic modification, gene silencing, heat-related feed processing, biofuel processing) in relation to nutrient digestion and absorption in animals. Advanced techniques based on synchrotron radiation (e.g., synchrotron radiation infrared microspectroscopy (SR-IMS) and synchrotron radiation X-ray techniques) have been developed as a fast, noninvasive, bioanalytical technology that, unlike traditional wet chemistry methods, does not damage or destroy the inherent molecular structure of the feed. The cutting-edge and advanced research tool of synchrotron light (which is a million times brighter than sunlight) can be used to explore the inherent structure of biological tissue at cellular and molecular levels at ultra-high spatial resolutions. In conclusion, the use of recently developed bioanalytical techniques based on synchrotron radiation along with common research techniques is leading to dramatic advances in animal feed and nutritional research.展开更多
Children on exclusive jejunal feeding may be at risk of iron deficiency due to the feeds bypassing the duodenum,which is the primary site for iron absorption.We describe the biochemical and hematological features of s...Children on exclusive jejunal feeding may be at risk of iron deficiency due to the feeds bypassing the duodenum,which is the primary site for iron absorption.We describe the biochemical and hematological features of six children on exclusive jejunal feeding who did not receive iron supplementation.At a mean(standard deviation)period of 11(6.5)mo after commencing jejunal feeds,there was a significant reduction in both serum iron(18.5 g/L vs 9.8 g/L,P=0.01)and transferrin saturation levels(23.1%vs 13.7%,P=0.02),suggesting iron deficiency.However,there was no significant change in ferritin,hemoglobin and mean corpuscular volume levels post-commencement of jejunal feeds.This may be the result of small bowel adaptation in response to early iron deficiency.Larger and longer term prospective studies are required to investigate if children on jejunal feeds are at risk of developing iron deficiency.展开更多
[ Objectives] The paper was designed to investigate the heavy metal distribution in energy feedstuffs and protein feedstuffs commonly used in Sichuan Province, in order to provide scientific basis for safe production ...[ Objectives] The paper was designed to investigate the heavy metal distribution in energy feedstuffs and protein feedstuffs commonly used in Sichuan Province, in order to provide scientific basis for safe production of feedstuffs and animal products. [ Methods] The contents of manganese ( Mn), copper ( Cu), zinc (Zn), vanadium (V), chromium (Cr), cobalt (Co), nickel (Ni), selenium (Se), molybdenum (Mo), cadmium (Cd), arsenic (As), mercury (Hg) and lead (Pb) in 68 samples of energy feedstuffs [ corn, wheat, distillers dried grains with solubles (DDGS), corn bran with syrup, wheat bran and rice bran ] and 61 samples of protein feedstuffs (corn gluten meal, corn germ meal, soybean meal, rapeseed meal and cottonseed meal) collected from Sichuan province were determined by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS). [ Results] ( 1 ) The over standard rates of Cu, Cr and Pb in corn were 5.00%, 20.00% and 5.00%, respectively; and thc means of over standard samples were 11.00, 1.41 and 1.06 mg/kg, respectively. The over standard rates of Cu, Zn, Cr, Sc and Pb in wheat were 50.00%, 30.00%, 50.00%, 20.00% and 30.00%, respectively ; and the means of over standard samples were 12.96, 54.67,4.92, 0.53 and 0. 72 mg/kg, respectively. (2) The over standard rates of Cu, Zn, Cr, Se, Cd and Pb in wheat bran were 100.00%, 54.55%, 81.82%, 9.09%, 45.45% and 72.73%, respectively; and the means of over standard samples was 16.01,62.00, 13.96, 0.82, 0.42 and 1.99 mg/kg, respectively. The over standard rates of Cu, Zn, Cr, As, Se, Cd and Pb in rice bran were 83.33% , 16.67% , 83.33% , 83.33%, 16.67% , 66.67% and 100.00% , respectively; and the means of over standard samples were 11.48,64.00, 5.37, 1.05,0.32, 0.23 and 19.57 mg/kg, respectively. (3) The over standard rates of Cu, Zn, Cr, As, Se and Pb in corn germ meal were 25.00%, 37.50%, 75.00%, 12.50% , 25.00% and 50.00%, respectively; and the means of over standard samples were 13.50, 64.00, 6.10, 1.82, 0.46 and 1.66 mg/kg, respectively. The over standard rates of Cu, Cr and Se in corn gluten meal were 11.11%, 55.56% and 55.56%, respective- ly; and the means of over standard samples were 11.40, 1. 56 and 0.94 mg/kg, respectively. The over standard rates of Zn, Cr and Pb in corn bran with syrup were 44.44%, 77.78% and 55.56%, respectively; and the means of over standard samples were 57.50, 6.13 and 1.65 mg/kg, respectively. The over standard rates of Cu, Zn, Cr, Se, Cd and Pb in DDGS were 33.33%, 58.33%, 66.67%, 8.33%, 8.33% and 66.67%, respectively; and the means of over standard sample were 11.75, 62.57, 5.57, O. 30, 0.62 and 4.47 mg/kg, respectively. (4) The over standard rates of Cr and Se in soybean meal was 15.00% and 25.00%, respectively; and the means of over standard sample were 3.90 and 1.63 mg/kg, respectively. The over standard rates of Cr, Se and Pb in cottonseed meal were 40.00%, 30.00% and 15.00%, respectively; and the means of over standard samples were 3.43, 1.18 arid 3.14 mg/kg, respectivcly. The over standard rates of Cr, As, Se, Cd and Pb in rapeseed meal were 81.82%, 18.18%, 45.45% , 9.09% and 72.73%, respectively ; and the means of over standard samples were 7.48, 2.22, 0.36, 0.24 and 4.91 mg/kg, respectively. [ Conclusions] The heavy metal pollution is more serious in grain by-products and cottonseed meal; the contents of Cr and Pb in feed ingredient are seriously excessive, which is potentially dangerous, and should be paid great attention.展开更多
A definition of combined phase center for horn feeds is given.Formulas of E-planeand H-plane combined phase center for conical horns and the corresponding Optimal model arepresented,and a fast optimization method for ...A definition of combined phase center for horn feeds is given.Formulas of E-planeand H-plane combined phase center for conical horns and the corresponding Optimal model arepresented,and a fast optimization method for solving this model is described.By using thismethod,the phase center of corrugated horn is discussed and calculated,and the variation of thephase center with distance and operating frequency is given.展开更多
[ Objective] TO study the effects of microbial fermentation feeds on growth performance of piglets, and provide the basis for their promotion and application, [ Method ] All of 60 Duroc x Landrace x Yorkshire crossbre...[ Objective] TO study the effects of microbial fermentation feeds on growth performance of piglets, and provide the basis for their promotion and application, [ Method ] All of 60 Duroc x Landrace x Yorkshire crossbred weaned piglets, weighing 8-10 kg, were randomly housed in six groups, 10 piglets in each group. The piglets in control groups were fed with traditional daily food which contained aureomycin at 70 mg/kg . BW and concentrate feeds without antibiotics. While the piglets in experimental groups were fed with concentrate feeds without antibiotics and microbial fermentation feeds. [ Result] The results indicated that the average daily gain of experimental groups raised by 5.56%, and the feed conversion ratio reduced by 3.53% compared to control group. Moreover, the number of probiotics in the feces of experimental groups increased and pH value decreased significantly compared with the control groups (P 〈 0.05). [ Conclusion] Microbial fermentation feeds can be used to replace antibiotics feeds, and promote healthy growth of the piglets.展开更多
Rumen of cattle harbors many microorganisms responsible for bioconversion of nutrients into a source of energy for the animals. In recent years many rumen microbes have been isolated and characterized by sequence anal...Rumen of cattle harbors many microorganisms responsible for bioconversion of nutrients into a source of energy for the animals. In recent years many rumen microbes have been isolated and characterized by sequence analysis of 16S ribosomal RNA gene. Some of the microbes have also been recommended as feed additives for improving the overall growth or production of animals. Rumen bacteria which have potential application in animal feed stuffs were isolated and characterized in this experiment. Isolation was carried out from the rumen of cattle (Bos taurus) using techniques of serial dilutions and repeated tubing of the selectively enriched microbial cultures by using the specific media for rumen bacteria. All the isolates were then screened for in vitro gas production and cellulase enzyme activity and four superior isolates were selected and characterized. There were 18.00% to 23.00% increases in gas production on addition of these isolates to the rumen fluid of cattle and there was better cellulase enzyme activity. Two isolates were identified as Butyrivibrio fibrisolvens, one isolate as Streptococcus species and one isolate as Clostridium aminophilum. This indicated that, these isolates are superior and may have potential to be used as microbial feed additive in ruminants if fed in higher quantity.展开更多
RSS feeds provide a fast and effective way to publish up-to-date information or renew outdated contents for information subscribers. So far RSS information is mostly managed by content publishers but Internet users ha...RSS feeds provide a fast and effective way to publish up-to-date information or renew outdated contents for information subscribers. So far RSS information is mostly managed by content publishers but Internet users have less initiative to choose what they really need. More attention needs to be paid on techniques for user-initiative information discovery from RSS feeds. In this paper, a quantitative semantic matchmaking method for the RSS based applications is proposed. Semantic information is extracted from an RSS feed as numerical vectors and semantic matching can then be conducted quantitatively. Ontology is applied to provide a common-agreed matching basis for the quantitative matchmaking. In order to avoid semantic ambiguity of literal statements from distributed and heterogeneous RSS publishers, fuzzy inference is used to transform an individual-dependent vector into an individual-independent vector. Semantic similarities can be revealed as the result.展开更多
文摘The study evaluated the growth performance and carcass quality of COBB500 broilers fed two experimental rations incorporating feed and mango fine ED<sub>10</sub> for a batch of 83 birds, ED<sub>20</sub> (batch of 83 birds) in comparison with a commercial control ration CCD (84 birds). For this purpose, 250 day-old chicks of this breed were purchased in Korhogo and transported to Tengréla in Ivory Coast for rearing. The results show that substituting mango provender ans and mango seed flour for maize resulted in rations with costs per kgMS of 215.35FCFA, 2016.93FCFA and 320FCFA for the ED<sub>10</sub>, ED<sub>20</sub> and CCD rations respectively. The production costs per kg of chicken (FCPkgLW) of the CCD ration were significantly higher than those of the ED10 and ED<sub>20</sub> (p 0.05). ADGs were significantly different and decreasing from CCD, ED<sub>20</sub> to ED<sub>10</sub> (p 0.05). Average weights at 42nd day for ED<sub>20</sub> and CCD were homogeneous (p > 0.05) and significantly higher than for ED<sub>10</sub> (p 0.05). By day 49th the average weight of ED<sub>20</sub> had reached and exceeded that of CCD by day 42nd. PSLW, HCW and CCW were significantly different and decreasing from CCW, ED<sub>20</sub> to ED<sub>10</sub> (p 0.05). Average hot (HCY) and cooled (CCY) carcass yields of ED<sub>20</sub> and CCD rations were comparable (p > 0.05) and significantly higher than those of ED<sub>10</sub> ration (p = 0.009) and 0.003). Average drumstick and neck weights were significantly higher and lower for CCD, ED<sub>20</sub> and ED<sub>10</sub> (p 0.05). For all other parts of the cut, the average weights of the CCD ration were significantly higher (p 0.05) than those of the ED<sub>20</sub> and ED<sub>10</sub> rations, which were homogeneous (p 0.05). The incorporation of mango provender and mango seed flour in broiler rations offers the prospect of reduced production costs, less competition between man and animals over cereals, and lean meat production that is more appreciated than that of chickens fed conventional feed. As it stands, the ED<sub>20</sub> ration can be recommended as a growth diet for broilers. It would be necessary to determine the levels of anti-nutritional substances in mango feeds and to assess the in vivo digestibility of mango ingredients and the diets incorporating them.
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文摘In this paper, Duroc-lanndrae-Yorkshire crossbred piggy of born at 75 days of age, bouncing with health and similar body weight were randomly divided into experimental group (136 pigs) and control group (136 pigs). Pigs in control group were fed with conventional diets, and 4% microbial fermentation feeds were added to the basal diet of experimental group to research on the effect of performance and meat quality of pig breeding. The results indicated that after feeding 106 d, compared to control group, the slaughter performance, meat quality and content of fatty acid and amino acid of experimental group were all better, its slaughter rate increased 1.53%, the carcass weight increased 2.75% and the backfat thickness decreased 0.02 cm. In addition, the pork meat in test group hadn't antibiotic and heavy metal residues, while it had higher color score, lower pH45min and pH24h value, better tenderness and rate of cooked meat and higher content of fatty acids, polyunsaturated fatty acids and amino acids. Microbial fermentation feed using in test group can significantly improved the flavor and aroma of pork, and eating this pork conducive more to human health. Thus, the application of microbial fermenta- tion feed can provide a more safe, healthy and nutritious flavor pork for human beings.
文摘The mulberry juice contains high concentrations of α-glucosidase inhibitors that affect glycometabolism and cause diarrhea in animals, thereby affecting the de-velopment and application of mulberry (Morus alba L.) as feedstuff resources. ln this study, the effects of mulberry leaf extract with and without removal of mulberry juice on starch metabolism were analyzed and compared. The results showed that mul-berry leaf extract with removal of mulberry juice exhibited significantly lower inhibi-tion rate on starch metabolism compared with mulberry leaf extract without removal of mulberry juice. ln animal feeding trials, piglet feedstuff was added with 10% mul-berry leaf powder; compared with mulberry leaf powder without removal of mulberry juice, experimental piglets fed with mulberry leaf powder with removal of mulberry juice exhibited significantly improved weight gain and significantyl reduced diarrhea rate.
文摘The soybean peptide has the trait of amino acid balance,digestible and easy to absorb,low allergy and low antigenicity.Furthermore,it also showed the feature of good mobility and thermal stability at high concentrations.This paper seeks to study the processing and nutritional characteristics of soybean peptide.And on that basis to lucubrate soybean peptide as a safe,efficient feedstuffs additives.The aim is to improve the feedstuffs quality.
文摘The heavy metals pollution in poultry and livestock feeds and manures under intensive farming in Jiangsu Province was investigated. 97 feed and manure samples were sampled from 31 farming plants in 10 major cities of Jiangsu. 14 metals, including Zn, Cu, Pb, Cd, Cr, Ni, Mo, Mn, Ba, Co, Sr, Ti, As and Hg, were analyzed after samples acid digestion. The results showed that the most feed samples contained high concentration of metals exceeding National Hygienical Standard for Feeds. Meanwhile, it was found that Cu, Zn, Pb, Cd and Cr concentrations in animal manures were also high, for example, Cu concentration in a manure sample reached to as much as 1726 3 mg/kg. Heavy metals loading quantities in soil per year were then calculated when metals contaminated organic fertilizers were applied, and its effects on soil environmental quality were further evaluated.
基金supported in part by a USDA/DOE Biomass R&D Initiative grant
文摘The rise in global population has led to explorations of alternative sources of energy and food. Because corn and soybean are staple food crops for humans, their common use as the main source of dietary energy and protein for food-producing animals directly competes with their allocation for human consumption. Alternatively, de-fatted marine microalgal biomass generated from the potential biofuel production may be a viable replacement of corn and soybean meal due to their high levels of protein, relatively well-balanced amino acid profiles, and rich contents of minerals and vitamins, along with unique bioactive compounds. Although the full-fatted (intact) microalgae represent the main source of omega-3 (n-3) polyunsaturated fatty acids including docohexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), the de-fatted microalgal biomass may still contain good amounts of these components for enriching DHA/EPA in eggs, meats, and milk. This review is written to highlight the necessity and potential of using the de-fatted microalgal biomass as a new generation of animal feed in helping address the globa energy, food, and environmental issues. Nutritional feasibility and limitation of the biomass as the new feed ingredient for simple-stomached species are elaborated. Potential applications of the biomass for generating value-added animal products are also explored.
基金supported by the Chinese Natural Science Foundation projects(32072775 and 31772636)National Key Research and Development Program of China(2016YFD0501207)JiangSu Aomai Bio-Technology Co.,Ltd.(Nanjing,China).
文摘Background:The current study was conducted to investigate the individual and combined occurrence of aflatoxin B_(1)(AFB_(1)),deoxynivalenol(DON)and zearalenone(ZEN)in feeds from various Provinces of China during 2018 to 2020.A total of 3,507 feed samples,including 2,090 feed ingredients and 1,417 complete feed samples,were collected from different areas of China for mycotoxins analysis.Results:The individual contamination of AFB_(1),DON and ZEN were present in more than 81.9%,96.4% and 96.9% of feed samples,respectively,with average concentration ranges of AFB_(1) between 1.2-27.4μg/kg,DON between 458.0-1,925.4μg/kg and ZEN between 48.1-326.8μg/kg.Notably,0.9%,0.5% and 0.1% of feed ingredients,and 1.2-12.8%,0.9-2.9% and 0-8.9% of complete feeds for pigs,poultry and ruminants with AFB_(1),ZEN and DON that exceeded China’s safety standards,respectively.Moreover,more than 81.5%of feed ingredients and 95.7% of complete feeds were co-contaminated with various combinations of these mycotoxins.Conclusion:This study indicates that the feeds in China were universally contaminated with AFB_(1),DON and ZEN during the past 3 years.These findings highlight the significance of monitoring mycotoxin contaminant levels in the domestic animal feed,and the importance of carrying out feed administration and remediation strategies for mycotoxin control.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2016YFD0501201)National Natural Sciences Foundation of China(No.31472102,No.31772607)Zhejiang Provincial Key Science Project(No.2015C03006)
文摘Background: This experiment was conducted to study the effect of different feed enzymes(phytase,xylanase,β-glucanase) on release rate of trace elements(Fe,Cu,Mn and Zn) in 6 commonly used feedstuffs(corn,wheat,barley,soybean meal,wheat bran,wheat middlings) by using an in vitro model,simulating the digestive processes in stomach for 2 h and then in small intestine for 6 h at 39 °C.Results: Phytase raised(P < 0.05) the release rate of Cu and Zn in corn,Cu,Zn and Mn in wheat,Cu in barley,Cu,Zn and Mn in soybean meal,Zn,Fe in wheat bran and Zn,Fe,Mn in wheat middlings.The release rate of various trace elements in feedstuffs was increased after xylanase addition.Compared with the control group,the release rate of soluble Cu in corn,wheat,barley and soybean meal,soluble Zn in corn,wheat and wheat middlings and soluble of Mn in corn,wheat,barley and wheat bran increased(P < 0.05) after xylanase treatment.After the treatment of β-glucanase,the release rate of soluble Cu in corn,wheat and wheat bran,soluble Fe in barley,soybean meal and wheat bran and soluble Mn in corn and wheat bran all increased(P < 0.05) compared with the control group.In each feedstuff,after corresponding enzyme treatment,the contents of phytic acid,xylan and β-glucan were significantly lower than those of the control group(P < 0.05).Conclusions: Results showed that bound trace elements in feedstuffs can be released by feed enzymes.It may be necessary to take the trace elements in feedstuffs into account in the actual feed preparation including feed enzymes.
基金supported by the Introduction of International Advanced Agriculture Science and Technology Project(948 Project)(GrantNo.2013-Z20)the Program of Beijing Municipal Bureau of Agriculture(GrantNo.20120633)National Key Technology Research and Development Program of the Ministry of Science and Technology of China(GrantNo.2011BAD26B04)
文摘Background:The current study was carried out to provide a reference for the control of mycotoxin contamination in feed ingredients and complete feeds for swine.Methods:A total of 55 feed ingredients,including 14 corn,13 wheat bran,11 soybean meal and 17 dried distillers grains with solubles(DDGS) as well as 76 complete swine feeds including 7 creep feeds,14 starter feeds,14 grower feeds,18 grower-finisher feeds,10 gestating sow feeds,and 13 lactating sow feeds were randomly collected from15 swine farms located in the Beijing region of China from July to August 2011.Immunoaffinity clean-up,using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography(HPLC) in combination with UV or Fluorescence Detection,was used for quantitative analysis of aflatoxin B,(AFB,),deoxynivalenol(DON),zearalenone(ZEA) and ochratoxin A(OTA) in the ingredients and complete feeds.Results:DON and ZEA were the most prevalent mycotoxins found.DON was detected at percentages of 93,92,54,100 and 97%with a mean level of 1.01,0.44,0.05,1.36 and 0.65 ppm in the samples of corn,wheat bran,soybean meal,DDGS and complete feeds,respectively.The detected percentages of ZEA were 100,100,54,100 and 100 with mean levels of 109.1,14.9,9.2,882.7 and 58.9 ppb in the same samples.In the wheat bran and soybean meal samples,the content of all four mycotoxins were below the maximum limits set by Chinese regulations while the percentage of samples that exceeded regulatory limits were 7,57 and 7%for corn,and 7,14 and 3%for the complete feeds for AFB,,DON and OTA respectively.DDGS showed the most serious mycotoxin contamination and the percentage of samples that exceeded regulatory limits were 6,88 and 41%,for AFB,,DON and ZEA,respectively.Conclusions:This paper is the first to present data on the natural occurrence of AFB,,DON,ZEA and OTA in ingredients and complete feeds obtained from swine farms in China's Beijing region.The data shows that feed ingredients and complete swine feeds obtained from these farms are most often contaminated with DON followed by contamination with AFB,and ZEA.
基金This report was made possible the NPRP award[NPRP8–1087–1-207]from the Qatar National Research Fund,a member of The Qatar Foundation.The statements made herein are solely the responsibility of the authors.Open Access funding provided by the Qatar National Library.
文摘There is an immediate need to identify alternative sources of high-nutrient feedstocks for domestic livestock productionand poultry,not only to support growing food demands but also to produce microalgae-source functional foods withmultiple health benefits.Various species of microalgae and cyanobacteria are used to supplement existing feedstocks.Inthis review,microalgae have been defined as a potential feedstock for domestic animals due to their abundance ofproteins,carbohydrates,lipids,minerals,vitamins,and other high-value products.Additionally,the positive physiologicaleffects on products of animals fed with microalgal biomass have been compiled and recommendations are listed toenhance the assimilation of biomolecules in ruminant and nonruminant animals,which possess differing digestivesystems.Furthermore,the role of microalgae as prebiotics is also discussed.With regards to large scale cultivation ofmicroalgae for use as feed,many economic trade-offs must be considered such as the selection of strains with desirednutritional properties,cultivation systems,and steps for downstream processing.These factors are highlighted withfurther investigations needed to reduce the overall costs of cultivation.Finally,this review outlines the pros and cons ofutilizing microalgae as a supplementary feedstock for poultry and cattle,existing cultivation strategies,and theeconomics of large-scale microalgal production.
文摘The present study evaluated the effect of feed particle size, thermal processing, several levels of fat inclusion and moisture addition on pellet quality and protein solubility in potassium hydroxide (KOH) in a corn, soybean meal and animal by products based broiler diets. The different processing factors were combined in a 2 x 4 x 4 x 2 factorial arrangement in an eight randomized block consisting of eight production series: two particle sizes (coarse: 1,041 microns and medium: 743 microns), four fat inclusion levels at the mixer (15, 25, 35 and 45 g/kg of feed), four moisture addition levels in the conditioner (0, 7, 14 and 21 g/kg of feed) and two thermal processing treatments (conditioner-pellet press treatment or conditioner-expander-pellet treatment) which resulted in 64 different processed feeds. For the determination of the pellet durability index (PDI), the amount of intact pellets and protein solubility determinations, eight feed samples (replicates) were collected for each treatment. The data were transformed using a variation of Box-Cox transformation in order to fit a normal distribution (p 〉 0.05). Adding moisture up to 21 g/kg of feed in the conditioner improved pellet quality of the diets (p 〈 0.05). Expansion of diets before pelleting improved (P 〈 0.05) PDI and amount of intact pellets by 26% and 31%, respectively, as compared to a simple conditioning-pelleting feed processing. Expander treatment (at 110 ℃) decreased (p 〈 0.05) protein solubility in KOH from 686 g/kg to 643 g/kg total protein as compared to pelleting process (at 80-82 ℃). The amount of intact pellets reduced from 773 g/kg to 746 g/kg of feed (/7 〈 0.05) as particle size increased from medium to coarse grinding. Pellet quality was significantly reduced with fat inclusion levels higher than 35 g/kg of diet.
文摘The deoiled Jatropha curcas meal by hexane extraction was detoxified phorbol esters by two different methods. These two methods were alkali in methanol and only ethanol washing. After both treatments, the PEs (phorbol esters) was decreased by 100%. The crude protein in detoxified meal of alkali in methanol washing was less amount than only ethanol washing. The result showed that treatment by only ethanol washing was a promising way to detoxify deoiled Jatropha curcas meal for animal feeds in industrial scale.
文摘The invention and development of new research concepts, novel methodologies, and novel bioanalytical techniques are essential in advancing the animal sciences, which include feed and nutrition science. This article introduces a novel approach that shows the potential of advanced synchrotron-based bioanalytical technology for studying the effects of molecular structural changes in feeds induced by various treatments (e.g., genetic modification, gene silencing, heat-related feed processing, biofuel processing) in relation to nutrient digestion and absorption in animals. Advanced techniques based on synchrotron radiation (e.g., synchrotron radiation infrared microspectroscopy (SR-IMS) and synchrotron radiation X-ray techniques) have been developed as a fast, noninvasive, bioanalytical technology that, unlike traditional wet chemistry methods, does not damage or destroy the inherent molecular structure of the feed. The cutting-edge and advanced research tool of synchrotron light (which is a million times brighter than sunlight) can be used to explore the inherent structure of biological tissue at cellular and molecular levels at ultra-high spatial resolutions. In conclusion, the use of recently developed bioanalytical techniques based on synchrotron radiation along with common research techniques is leading to dramatic advances in animal feed and nutritional research.
文摘Children on exclusive jejunal feeding may be at risk of iron deficiency due to the feeds bypassing the duodenum,which is the primary site for iron absorption.We describe the biochemical and hematological features of six children on exclusive jejunal feeding who did not receive iron supplementation.At a mean(standard deviation)period of 11(6.5)mo after commencing jejunal feeds,there was a significant reduction in both serum iron(18.5 g/L vs 9.8 g/L,P=0.01)and transferrin saturation levels(23.1%vs 13.7%,P=0.02),suggesting iron deficiency.However,there was no significant change in ferritin,hemoglobin and mean corpuscular volume levels post-commencement of jejunal feeds.This may be the result of small bowel adaptation in response to early iron deficiency.Larger and longer term prospective studies are required to investigate if children on jejunal feeds are at risk of developing iron deficiency.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Youth Project31402031)Youth Fund of Sichuan Department of Education(13ZB0290)+1 种基金Key Technology R&D Program of the Ministry of Science and Technology(2014BAD13B04)Project of Sichuan Department of Science and Technology(2014NZ0043,2014NZ0002,2013NZ0054)
文摘[ Objectives] The paper was designed to investigate the heavy metal distribution in energy feedstuffs and protein feedstuffs commonly used in Sichuan Province, in order to provide scientific basis for safe production of feedstuffs and animal products. [ Methods] The contents of manganese ( Mn), copper ( Cu), zinc (Zn), vanadium (V), chromium (Cr), cobalt (Co), nickel (Ni), selenium (Se), molybdenum (Mo), cadmium (Cd), arsenic (As), mercury (Hg) and lead (Pb) in 68 samples of energy feedstuffs [ corn, wheat, distillers dried grains with solubles (DDGS), corn bran with syrup, wheat bran and rice bran ] and 61 samples of protein feedstuffs (corn gluten meal, corn germ meal, soybean meal, rapeseed meal and cottonseed meal) collected from Sichuan province were determined by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS). [ Results] ( 1 ) The over standard rates of Cu, Cr and Pb in corn were 5.00%, 20.00% and 5.00%, respectively; and thc means of over standard samples were 11.00, 1.41 and 1.06 mg/kg, respectively. The over standard rates of Cu, Zn, Cr, Sc and Pb in wheat were 50.00%, 30.00%, 50.00%, 20.00% and 30.00%, respectively ; and the means of over standard samples were 12.96, 54.67,4.92, 0.53 and 0. 72 mg/kg, respectively. (2) The over standard rates of Cu, Zn, Cr, Se, Cd and Pb in wheat bran were 100.00%, 54.55%, 81.82%, 9.09%, 45.45% and 72.73%, respectively; and the means of over standard samples was 16.01,62.00, 13.96, 0.82, 0.42 and 1.99 mg/kg, respectively. The over standard rates of Cu, Zn, Cr, As, Se, Cd and Pb in rice bran were 83.33% , 16.67% , 83.33% , 83.33%, 16.67% , 66.67% and 100.00% , respectively; and the means of over standard samples were 11.48,64.00, 5.37, 1.05,0.32, 0.23 and 19.57 mg/kg, respectively. (3) The over standard rates of Cu, Zn, Cr, As, Se and Pb in corn germ meal were 25.00%, 37.50%, 75.00%, 12.50% , 25.00% and 50.00%, respectively; and the means of over standard samples were 13.50, 64.00, 6.10, 1.82, 0.46 and 1.66 mg/kg, respectively. The over standard rates of Cu, Cr and Se in corn gluten meal were 11.11%, 55.56% and 55.56%, respective- ly; and the means of over standard samples were 11.40, 1. 56 and 0.94 mg/kg, respectively. The over standard rates of Zn, Cr and Pb in corn bran with syrup were 44.44%, 77.78% and 55.56%, respectively; and the means of over standard samples were 57.50, 6.13 and 1.65 mg/kg, respectively. The over standard rates of Cu, Zn, Cr, Se, Cd and Pb in DDGS were 33.33%, 58.33%, 66.67%, 8.33%, 8.33% and 66.67%, respectively; and the means of over standard sample were 11.75, 62.57, 5.57, O. 30, 0.62 and 4.47 mg/kg, respectively. (4) The over standard rates of Cr and Se in soybean meal was 15.00% and 25.00%, respectively; and the means of over standard sample were 3.90 and 1.63 mg/kg, respectively. The over standard rates of Cr, Se and Pb in cottonseed meal were 40.00%, 30.00% and 15.00%, respectively; and the means of over standard samples were 3.43, 1.18 arid 3.14 mg/kg, respectivcly. The over standard rates of Cr, As, Se, Cd and Pb in rapeseed meal were 81.82%, 18.18%, 45.45% , 9.09% and 72.73%, respectively ; and the means of over standard samples were 7.48, 2.22, 0.36, 0.24 and 4.91 mg/kg, respectively. [ Conclusions] The heavy metal pollution is more serious in grain by-products and cottonseed meal; the contents of Cr and Pb in feed ingredient are seriously excessive, which is potentially dangerous, and should be paid great attention.
文摘A definition of combined phase center for horn feeds is given.Formulas of E-planeand H-plane combined phase center for conical horns and the corresponding Optimal model arepresented,and a fast optimization method for solving this model is described.By using thismethod,the phase center of corrugated horn is discussed and calculated,and the variation of thephase center with distance and operating frequency is given.
基金funding from Preventive Veterinary Medicine and Biotechnology,Fujian Province Key Laboratory of Colleges and Universities (Longyan College) Open-ended Fund
文摘[ Objective] TO study the effects of microbial fermentation feeds on growth performance of piglets, and provide the basis for their promotion and application, [ Method ] All of 60 Duroc x Landrace x Yorkshire crossbred weaned piglets, weighing 8-10 kg, were randomly housed in six groups, 10 piglets in each group. The piglets in control groups were fed with traditional daily food which contained aureomycin at 70 mg/kg . BW and concentrate feeds without antibiotics. While the piglets in experimental groups were fed with concentrate feeds without antibiotics and microbial fermentation feeds. [ Result] The results indicated that the average daily gain of experimental groups raised by 5.56%, and the feed conversion ratio reduced by 3.53% compared to control group. Moreover, the number of probiotics in the feces of experimental groups increased and pH value decreased significantly compared with the control groups (P 〈 0.05). [ Conclusion] Microbial fermentation feeds can be used to replace antibiotics feeds, and promote healthy growth of the piglets.
文摘Rumen of cattle harbors many microorganisms responsible for bioconversion of nutrients into a source of energy for the animals. In recent years many rumen microbes have been isolated and characterized by sequence analysis of 16S ribosomal RNA gene. Some of the microbes have also been recommended as feed additives for improving the overall growth or production of animals. Rumen bacteria which have potential application in animal feed stuffs were isolated and characterized in this experiment. Isolation was carried out from the rumen of cattle (Bos taurus) using techniques of serial dilutions and repeated tubing of the selectively enriched microbial cultures by using the specific media for rumen bacteria. All the isolates were then screened for in vitro gas production and cellulase enzyme activity and four superior isolates were selected and characterized. There were 18.00% to 23.00% increases in gas production on addition of these isolates to the rumen fluid of cattle and there was better cellulase enzyme activity. Two isolates were identified as Butyrivibrio fibrisolvens, one isolate as Streptococcus species and one isolate as Clostridium aminophilum. This indicated that, these isolates are superior and may have potential to be used as microbial feed additive in ruminants if fed in higher quantity.
文摘RSS feeds provide a fast and effective way to publish up-to-date information or renew outdated contents for information subscribers. So far RSS information is mostly managed by content publishers but Internet users have less initiative to choose what they really need. More attention needs to be paid on techniques for user-initiative information discovery from RSS feeds. In this paper, a quantitative semantic matchmaking method for the RSS based applications is proposed. Semantic information is extracted from an RSS feed as numerical vectors and semantic matching can then be conducted quantitatively. Ontology is applied to provide a common-agreed matching basis for the quantitative matchmaking. In order to avoid semantic ambiguity of literal statements from distributed and heterogeneous RSS publishers, fuzzy inference is used to transform an individual-dependent vector into an individual-independent vector. Semantic similarities can be revealed as the result.