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Recent articles of the journal Archives Animal BreedingImprovement of ram semen quality by luteolin enrichment during cold preservation
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-123-2024
<b>Improvement of ram semen quality by luteolin enrichment during cold preservation</b><br>
Sharif Khozein, Mohsen Eslami, and Farhad Farrokhi-Ardabili<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 67, 123–132, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-123-2024, 2024<br>
The current study was designed to evaluate the probable protective effect of luteolin against lipid peroxidation of ram spermatozoa membranes and kinematics during cold preservation. Results indicated that luteolin was able to improve the kinematics of spermatozoa during liquid storage. Enzymatic and total antioxidants were improved by luteolin enrichment. Luteolin did not affect the nitrosative index of stored ram spermatozoa after 72 h.
2024-03-28T15:46:28+01:00Effect of protected fatty acid supplementation on ovarian activity, reproductive hormone profiles and reproduction of Barki ewes under semiarid conditions
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-111-2024
<b>Effect of protected fatty acid supplementation on ovarian activity, reproductive hormone profiles and reproduction of Barki ewes under semiarid conditions</b><br>
Bahaa Farrag, Khalid Ahmed El-Bahrawy, Hesham Attia Shedeed, and Muhammed Ahmed-Hilmy El-Rayes<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 67, 111–122, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-111-2024, 2024<br>
Our study suggests that dietary supplementation in Barki ewes prior to mating is effective in maintaining reproductive performance. This improvement is evident through increased levels of hormonal profiles, numbers and sizes of ovarian follicles, improved conception, and lambing rates. In fact, the effects of protected fats are most pronounced when combined with hormonal treatments.
2024-03-14T15:46:28+01:00Screening and bioinformatics analysis of a potential ceRNA network in melatonin-induced cashmere growth in Liaoning cashmere goats
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-97-2024
<b>Screening and bioinformatics analysis of a potential ceRNA network in melatonin-induced cashmere growth in Liaoning cashmere goats</b><br>
Mei Jin, Weiyu Fan, Suhe Lyu, Linlin Cong, and Tianwei Xue<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 67, 97–109, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-97-2024, 2024<br>
The cashmere produced by Liaoning cashmere goats has high value. However, cashmere production cannot achieve satisfactory results due to long-standing technical bottlenecks. This article takes Liaoning cashmere goats as the research object to explore the function of melatonin. An in-depth analysis of the key molecules and mechanisms mediated by melatonin will help us better understand its regulatory role in animal production and provide theoretical support for improving production efficiency.
2024-02-21T15:46:28+01:00Association analysis of single nucleotide polymorphisms in the sheep FecB gene with reproductive and body size performance
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-81-2024
<b>Association analysis of single nucleotide polymorphisms in the sheep FecB gene with reproductive and body size performance</b><br>
Lingchao Kong, Shuaitong Li, Yuan Pan, Jiaqi Li, Siyi Li, Yining Liu, Sibing Hou, Qingkun Liu, Yanjun Qiao, Yinggang Sun, and Zeying Wang<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 67, 81–95, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-81-2024, 2024<br>
In this study, we investigated the effect of the sheep FecB gene on reproductive and productive performance by molecular biology techniques. Our results showed that the most dominant genotypes associated with lambing performance were AA and CT, with the dominant haplotype combination being AACT. In terms of body performance, the dominant genotypes were AA and CC, with the dominant haplotype combination being AACC.
2024-02-15T15:46:28+01:00Integrating dietary supplementation with poppy (Papaver somniferum L.) seed meal: effects on growth performance, nutrient digestibility, and faecal microbiota in broilers
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-73-2024
<b>Integrating dietary supplementation with poppy (Papaver somniferum L.) seed meal: effects on growth performance, nutrient digestibility, and faecal microbiota in broilers</b><br>
Riaz Khan, Muhammad Tahir, Shabana Naz, Ibrahim A. Alhidary, Shamsuddin Shamsi, Sifa Dai, Rifat Ullah Khan, and Vincenzo Tufarelli<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 67, 73–80, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-73-2024, 2024<br>
A total of 250 unsexed 1 d old broilers were allocated to five distinct treatment groups. Poppy seed meal was incorporated into the diets at varying levels: 0% (PSM0), 5% (PSM5), 10% (PSM10), 15% (PSM15), and 20% (PSM20). The findings indicated that growth performance, including weight gain, feed intake, and feed conversion ratio (FCR), was significantly improved (P < 0.05) in the PSM20 group compared to the control group.
2024-02-15T15:46:28+01:00Associations of bovine beta-casein and kappa-casein genotypes with genomic merit in Holstein Friesian cattle
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-61-2024
<b>Associations of bovine beta-casein and kappa-casein genotypes with genomic merit in Holstein Friesian cattle</b><br>
Sena Ardicli, Özgür Aldevir, Emrah Aksu, Kerem Kucuk, and Ahmet Gümen<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 67, 61–71, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-61-2024, 2024<br>
Genetic selection based on bovine casein variants, especially for A2 milk, is a scorching topic in animal breeding and genetics. Our study assessed the genotypic/allelic frequencies, population genetics, diversity parameters, and relationship between genotypes and breeding values with respect to two casein genes, CSN2 and CSN3 in Holstein Friesian cows. The present results are critical for evaluating the genetic merit of cows in commercial dairy cattle breeding.
2024-02-14T15:46:28+01:00Polymorphisms of the BMPR1B, BMP15 and GDF9 fecundity genes in four Chinese sheep breeds
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-51-2024
<b>Polymorphisms of the BMPR1B, BMP15 and GDF9 fecundity genes in four Chinese sheep breeds</b><br>
Jinxin Wang, Yufang Liu, Siwu Guo, Ran Di, Xiangyu Wang, Xiaoyun He, and Mingxing Chu<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 67, 51–60, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-51-2024, 2024<br>
Finding polymorphisms of genes can provide potential molecular genetic markers for sheep reproduction. This study investigated the polymorphisms of three major reproductive genes (BMPR1B, BMP15 and GDF9) in Chinese sheep and found that BMPR1B and GDF9 might be the major genes influencing the reproductive performance of Chinese sheep breeds. This result might contribute to improving the prolificacy traits of native Chinese sheep in the future.
2024-02-07T15:46:28+01:00Physical and chemical properties, hygienic quality and fatty acid profile in milk of lactating Lacaune dairy sheep
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-37-2024
<b>Physical and chemical properties, hygienic quality and fatty acid profile in milk of lactating Lacaune dairy sheep</b><br>
Zvonko Antunović, Boro Mioč, Željka Klir Šalavardić, Ivan Širić, Valentino Držaić, Nataša Mikulec, Adela Krivohlavek, and Josip Novoselec<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 67, 37–49, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-37-2024, 2024<br>
This paper explains the influence of a sheep's lactation stage on the physical and chemical properties, hygienic quality and fatty acids in milk produced by Lacaune sheep kept in intensive breeding. A significant increase in the content of fat, protein, total dry matter and casein and a significant decrease in the content of lactose in the late stage of lactation were observed. Analysis of fatty acids in milk proved a decrease in C18:2n6, C18:3n6, n6 and n6/n3 ratios during lactation.
2024-02-02T15:46:28+01:00Effect of water quality on causes of calf mortality in cattle-farm-associated epidemics
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-25-2024
<b>Effect of water quality on causes of calf mortality in cattle-farm-associated epidemics</b><br>
Mohammed A. Kamal, Mahmoud A. Khalf, Zakia A. M. Ahmed, Jakeen A. Eljakee, Rashed A. Alhotan, Mohammed A. A. Al-Badwi, Elsayed O. Hussein, Branislav Galik, and Ahmed A. Saleh<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 67, 25–35, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-25-2024, 2024<br>
Poor-quality drinking water plays a detrimental role in the suppression of calf immunity, giving rise to an increased rate of calf mortality. The present study aims to evaluate the causes of calf mortality in beef and dairy farms in relation to drinking water quality (DWQ). We could conclude that DWQ highly affects causes of calf mortality, but we cannot exclude some farm hygienic risk factors.
2024-01-16T15:46:28+01:00Genetic diversity and population structure of Anatolian Hair goats, an ancient breed
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-13-2024
<b>Genetic diversity and population structure of Anatolian Hair goats, an ancient breed</b><br>
Aylin Demiray, Zühal Gündüz, Nezih Ata, Onur Yılmaz, İbrahim Cemal, Aynur Konyalı, Zeynep Semen, Arif Altuntaş, Ali Atik, Ahmet Akçay, Hüseyin Baş, and Hasan Hüseyin Şenyüz<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 67, 13–23, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-13-2024, 2024<br>
This study was conducted with comprehensive sampling of a breed that is widely raised in the region near the Fertile Crescent, which serves as the cradle of domestication, utilizing 20 microsatellite markers based on a large sample set obtained from 10 different regions. Our findings emphasize the substantial genetic diversity within these populations, further validating the reliability and effectiveness of the markers employed for identifying and assessing the genetic diversity of this breed.
2024-01-11T15:46:28+01:00Growth performance, carcass composition, physico-chemical traits and amino acid profile of meat depending on wormwood (Artemisia absinthium L.) dietary supplementation in broilers
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-1-2024
<b>Growth performance, carcass composition, physico-chemical traits and amino acid profile of meat depending on wormwood (Artemisia absinthium L.) dietary supplementation in broilers</b><br>
David Zapletal, Radka Dobšíková, Vlastimil Šimek, Josef Kameník, and František Ježek<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 67, 1–12, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-67-1-2024, 2024<br>
For safety about meat origin, the supplementation of feed with natural phytogenic additives appears to be very promising. The aim of the study was to evaluate effects of dietary inclusion of the wormwood herb (WH) on performance and meat quality of broilers. As a result, WH dietary supplementation influenced predominantly proteosynthesis of broilers, while their final live weight and carcass composition, as well as respective traits of meat quality, were not negatively affected.
2024-01-05T15:46:28+01:00Growth performance, blood lipids, and fat digestibility of broilers fed diets supplemented with bile acid and xylanase
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-66-451-2023
<b>Growth performance, blood lipids, and fat digestibility of broilers fed diets supplemented with bile acid and xylanase</b><br>
Mohammed H. Alzawqari, Mustafa Shukry Atta, Abdallah Metwally, Shaimaa Selim, Mohammad A. M. Wadaan, In Ho Kim, Sungbo Cho, Hossam M. Eltahan, Mahmoud Alagawany, Rashed A. Alhotan, Ali R. Al Sulaiman, Elsayed Osman Hussein, and Ahmed A. Saleh<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 66, 451–460, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-66-451-2023, 2023<br>
This study aimed to show the effect of bile acid (BA) and xylanase (Xyl) supplementation on growth, fat digestibility, serum lipid metabolites, and ileal digesta viscosity of broilers fed wheat and tallow in their diets. The results of this trial revealed that the supplementation of Xyl significantly reduced the ileal digesta viscosity, and the supplementation of BA significantly increased the attention of serum lipid metabolites.
2023-12-21T15:46:28+01:00The effect of breed and body weight at slaughter on histochemical muscle fiber characteristics and meat quality of longissimus lumborum and semitendinosus lamb muscles
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-66-439-2023
<b>The effect of breed and body weight at slaughter on histochemical muscle fiber characteristics and meat quality of longissimus lumborum and semitendinosus lamb muscles</b><br>
Witold Rant and Aurelia Radzik-Rant<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 66, 439–449, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-66-439-2023, 2023<br>
The composition of muscle fibers is influenced by animal breed or age. In our study we found differences in fiber diameter between sheep breeds. Lambs of a more primitive breed were characterized by smaller diameters of all fiber types. The study has shown that the diameters of muscle fibers in the examined muscles increase with age. It was also stated that the muscle type, animal genotype and body weight at slaughter influence the chosen meat quality attributes.
2023-12-13T15:46:28+01:00Impact of redox status of donor cows before superovulation treatment on in vivo embryo production
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-66-433-2023
<b>Impact of redox status of donor cows before superovulation treatment on in vivo embryo production</b><br>
Shogo Hashimoto, Masayasu Taniguchi, Ayane Edo, Tetsushi Ono, Tetty Barunawati Siagian, Hiroaki Sekine, Megumi Nagahara, Takeshige Otoi, and Mitsuhiro Takagi<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 66, 433–437, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-66-433-2023, 2023<br>
This study aimed to investigate the relationship between oxidation and antioxidation parameters before superovulation (SOV) treatment and embryo recovery in donor cows. The redox status of donor cows before SOV treatment affects embryo recovery, as cows with high levels of both oxidative and antioxidative status have better embryo production. This information will be useful for the selection of donor cows and subsequent treatments.
2023-12-12T15:46:28+01:00The effect of nanosilver-based preparation on microbiological quality of poultry litter
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-66-421-2023
<b>The effect of nanosilver-based preparation on microbiological quality of poultry litter</b><br>
Katarzyna Czyż, Zbigniew Dobrzański, Monika Kowalska-Góralska, Magdalena Senze, and Anna Wyrostek<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 66, 421–431, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-66-421-2023, 2023<br>
The aim of the study was to examine an effect of the preparation based on nanosilver suspension on poultry litter microbiological profile. The study was conducted on broiler chickens. On the last day of the experiment litter samples for microbiological analyses were collected by the drinker, feeder, and pen corner. The study demonstrated that the preparation exhibits bactericidal properties. However, its effect varies depending on microorganism and sample collection point.
2023-12-11T15:46:28+01:00Polymorphism and expression of GLUD1 in relation to reproductive performance in Jining Grey goats
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-66-411-2023
<b>Polymorphism and expression of GLUD1 in relation to reproductive performance in Jining Grey goats</b><br>
Wei Wang, Yongjuan Wang, Yufang Liu, Guiling Cao, Ran Di, Jinyu Wang, and Mingxing Chu<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 66, 411–419, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-66-411-2023, 2023<br>
In this study, GLUD1 single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) were analyzed in early-puberty goats and delayed-puberty goat breeds by sequencing and restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP). The present study aimed to find genetic markers related to sexual precocity and high fertility in goats and to provide a scientific basis for marker-assisted early selection of reproductive performance.
2023-12-07T15:46:28+01:00Detection of genetic variations in the GDF9 and BMP15 genes in Kazakh meat–wool sheep
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-66-401-2023
<b>Detection of genetic variations in the GDF9 and BMP15 genes in Kazakh meat–wool sheep</b><br>
Makpal Amandykova, Zarina Orazymbetova, Tilek Kapassuly, Altynay Kozhakhmet, Saltanat Khamzina, Kairat Iskakov, and Kairat Dossybayev<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 66, 401–409, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-66-401-2023, 2023<br>
Sheep breeding is one of the leading livestock sectors in agricultural countries, including Kazakhstan. A comprehensive study of the genetic aspects of these animals will solve many issues of the effectiveness of sheep breeding. This is important for such little-studied breeds as the Kazakh meat–wool sheep breed, which are multifetal. In this study, for the first time, we characterized this breed by looking at fecundity genes and found mutations that positively affect sheep fertility.
2023-12-07T15:46:28+01:00The effect of two mineral–vitamin premixes on the blood biochemical parameters, milk yield and composition of Holstein–Friesian cows in Kazakhstan
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-66-391-2023
<b>The effect of two mineral–vitamin premixes on the blood biochemical parameters, milk yield and composition of Holstein–Friesian cows in Kazakhstan</b><br>
Gulzhan K. Mussayeva, Gulshat I. Shaykamal, Indira N. Aitzhanova, Aigerim Kazhiyakbarova, Jan Miciński, Alicja Sobczak, Nurgul A. Meldebekova, Gulnaz Ilgekbayeva, and Nurkuisa M. Rametov<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 66, 391–399, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-66-391-2023, 2023<br>
Research was carried out on 40 Holstein–Friesian cows. The cows were divided into two equal groups: control (C) and experimental (E). The diet of group E cows was supplemented with mineral and vitamin premixes. Premixes in group E influenced the biochemical parameters of the blood of the cows and improved their health but did not affect the chemical composition of their milk. In group E, the yield of milk, protein and fat was higher, and no cases of lameness or metabolic diseases were recorded.
2023-12-04T15:46:28+01:00Anise and grape seed oils as a feed additive to improve the performance, immune response, and antioxidant activity and reduce caecal pathogenic microbes of quail
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-66-379-2023
<b>Anise and grape seed oils as a feed additive to improve the performance, immune response, and antioxidant activity and reduce caecal pathogenic microbes of quail</b><br>
Alaa E. Elkomy, Amina S. El-Saadany, Effat Y. Shreif, Amal A. Bayoumi, Marwa H. Abd El-Maged, Mahmoud Alagawany, Ahmed A. Saleh, Sungbo Cho, In Ho Kim, and Hossam M. Eltahan<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 66, 379–390, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-66-379-2023, 2023<br>
This trial was performed to determine the effect of anise (Ans) and grape seed (Grp) oil inclusion in diets of Japanese quail on performance, carcasses, blood parameters, antioxidant activity, and hematological blood structure. It is concluded that Ans and Grp seed oils could be used as valuable essential oils in quails’ diets to stimulate the performance and immune response, enhance antioxidant activity, and reduce caecal pathogenic microbes.
2023-11-28T15:46:28+01:00Milk-y Way: the impact of single-nucleotide polymorphisms on milk production traits in Kilis dairy goats
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-66-369-2023
<b>Milk-y Way: the impact of single-nucleotide polymorphisms on milk production traits in Kilis dairy goats</b><br>
Zühal Gündüz and Osman Biçer<br>
Arch. Anim. Breed., 66, 369–378, https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-66-369-2023, 2023<br>
The Kilis goat has emerged as a breed with a unique genetic profile that reflects its complex ancestry due to historical crossbreeding between the Damascus and Hair goat populations in Türkiye. The Kilis goat is well adapted to arid areas and is known for its high milk yield. Therefore, it holds great potential for milk production and genetic improvement programs in Türkiye. For this reason, some genes that affect milk yield were investigated.
2023-11-24T15:46:28+01:00