Essays about: "animal nutrition"
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1. Estimating Variant Intolerance for Genes of Cattle
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Animal Breeding and GeneticsAbstract : Cattle play a crucial role in providing nutrition and economic stability worldwide. Threats to their health, particularly infectious diseases, and genetic mutations, can have profound implications for both animal and human livelihoods. READ MORE
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2. An evaluation study of 3D imaging technology as a tool to estimate body weight and growth in dairy heifers
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Animal Nutrition and ManagementAbstract : The aim of this thesis was to evaluate the use of a 3D camera as a tool to estimate body weight and growth in dairy heifers. Data collection lasted from October 2022 to January 2023 and was performed at the Swedish Livestock Research Centre in Uppsala, Sweden. READ MORE
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3. The Impact of Oat and Fruit Consumption on Short-Chain Fatty Acid Production
University essay from Lunds universitet/Livsmedelsteknik och nutrition (master)Abstract : This study explored the importance of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) in maintaining gut health and how different diets affect their levels. Blood plasma and serum samples from mice subjected to two intervention studies on oats and fruits were analysed to determine SCFA concentrations. READ MORE
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4. Evaluation of liver and fur copper concentrations in dairy cows : in relation to dietary intake of copper and molybdenum
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Animal Nutrition and ManagementAbstract : Koppar (Cu) har en avgörande roll i flera viktiga metaboliska funktioner och är en essentiell mineral för idisslare. Kopparbrist kan resultera i ett flertal problem som påverkar djurets hälsa och produktion, men även överutfodring av Cu kan resultera i allvarliga kliniska symptom på grund av ackumulering av Cu i levern. READ MORE
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5. Evaluation of novel climate-friendly feed for Nile tilapia in Tanzania
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Animal Nutrition and ManagementAbstract : Tanzania is a country located in sub-Sahara Africa by the Indian Ocean. Tanzania's aquaculture sector is small but has the potential to grow. As the population grows, so does the demand for food. Nile tilapia is the most cultured fish in Tanzania due to its hardiness, fast growth and tolerance to many environmental conditions. READ MORE