For the purposes of this study, height at withers (HW), back height (BH), croup height (CH), chest depth (CD), body length (BL), chest width (CW), and chest circumference (CC) were measured in lambs. It was shown that it is possible to make a successful estimation of the live weights of lambs by using measurements of the morphological features listed.  

We studied whether thyme, a common herb, can improve the growth and health of chickens raised for meat. By adding different amounts of thyme powder to their feed, we found that chickens grew better and had stronger immunity, healthier guts, and an improved blood profile, especially at the 2 % level in the diet. This suggests that thyme could be a natural alternative to antibiotic additives in poultry farming.

We investigate the association between single-nucleotide polymorphisms of RING finger protein 34 (RNF34) and RING finger protein 128 (RNF128) with carcass and meat quality traits. Statistical analysis showed that RNF34 (3′ UTR-588 G>A) and RNF128 (I1-2380C>T) are significantly associated with testis weight, kidney weight, tare weight, dressed weight, forepaw weight, carcass depth, carcass brisket depth, and hind leg length (P<0.05), influencing meat yield and quality.

Follicular atresia is a process that eliminates follicles and oocytes. MicroRNAs, including miR-383, play a vital role in regulating follicular atresia by affecting granular cell (GC) apoptosis and proliferation. In this study, RT-qPCR, western blot, luciferase reporter assay, and flow cytometry are used to detect the regulation of miR-383 in sheep GCs. The results show that miR-383 inhibits the proliferation and promotes GC apoptosis, and the mechanism of miR-383 affecting apoptosis is to target Bcl-2.

This study has investigated the traits related to sustainability and profitability that significantly determine the genetic groups of Aberdeen Angus herds in Hungary. Grouping of animals was based on DNA microsatellite information. The results indicated significant differences in the performance of different Angus types with regard to the tested traits. These findings could be useful in developing breeding concepts and making selection decisions.

A mutation in the thioesterase domains of the fatty acid synthase enzyme reduces the percentage of myristic acid. In silico simulations were performed to assess the mutation's impact on the catalytic site's affinity for ligands and its effect on intramuscular fatty acid profiles. Tertiary structures were generated, revealing increased affinity between the mutated enzyme and myristoyl. However, the structural changes have a more significant impact on the fatty acid profile than the altered affinity.

This study examined how teat-suckling positions affect piglet growth. We observed 280 piglets from birth to weaning. Piglets reaching the more productive front teats grew faster than those using the middle or back teats. Growth patterns varied, with differences emerging immediately in piglets allocated to front teats and by 20 d old in those allocated to middle teats. By weaning at 28 d, weights among the groups differed significantly, emphasizing how access to specific teats influences piglet growth.

The aim of this method agreement study was to agree on traditional and digital measuring methods using a smartphone. For this purpose, some body measurements were taken from 24 Arabian and 24 Thoroughbred horses to evaluate the agreement of the traditional and digital measuring methods. The results of this study indicate great agreement between these two methods for analysed measurements.

Cameroon local pigs are out-bred and neglected ecotypes, with a consistent variation in coat colours and colour patterns. The phenotypic diversity is an asset for selective breeding and genetic improvement. But it is challenging for accurate information sharing for breed utilisation, improvement and conservation perspectives. This study aimed to describe the genetic resources of pigs and to develop a standard protocol for phenotypic information sharing with the global scientific audience.

This study explored the benefits of adding microalgae to goat diets. Our analysis, based on data from multiple studies, demonstrated that microalgae enrich goat milk by increasing its protein, fat, and beneficial fatty acid contents. Besides offering healthier dairy products for consumers, our meta-analysis confirms that microalgae can be a sustainable and eco-friendly supplement to traditional feeds.