Centre For Research And Development (CERAD), The Federal University Of Technology, Akure, Nigeria

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 Diet Selection Preference, Growth Performance And Meat Quality Of Broiler Chickens Raised On Varying Dietary Energy And Protein Levels

 Morakinyo, P.; Akintomide, A.A. And Onibi, G.E.

 2018

The growth performance and meat quality of three hundred and thirty broiler chickens provided diets containing varying energy and protein contents were examined in this study. Five experimental diets – Control A (12.14 MJ ME/kg; 194g/kg CP); B (10.67 MJ ME/kg; 166g/kg CP); C (10.79 MJ ME/kg; 237g/kg CP); D (14.12 MJ ME/kg; 166g/kg CP) and E (13.72 MJ ME/kg; 239g/kg CP) were arranged into 11 experimental treatments which comprised feeding single and choice diets. So, treatments were T1 (diet A), T2 (diet B), T3 (diet C), T4 (diet D), T5 (diet E), T6 (diets B and C), T7 (diets B and D), T8 (diets B and E), T9 (diets C and D), T10 (diets C and E) and T11 (diets D and E). Feed intake and weight gain of chickens fed the dietary treatments and moisture content, lipid content and oxidative stability of meat samples from them were assessed. Final live weight and total weight gain were not significantly (P>0.05) influenced by dietary treatments. Total feed intake and feed conversion ratio were significantly (P 

 International Journal Of Scientific & Engineering Research,

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 Nutritional And Biochemical Compositions Of Turmeric (Curcuma Longa Linn) Rhizome

 Imoru, A., Onibi, G. E. And Osho, I. B.

 2018

The investigations were carried out to determine the proximate, vitamins, minerals and phytochemical compositions of turmeric (Curcuma longa) rhizome powder. The results of the analyses indicated that the rhizome powder contains appreciable and high quantities of crude protein and carbohydrates of 10.07% and 66.76% respectively. It also possesses significant levels of ash (2.76%), crude fiber (4.87%), ether extract (6.64%) and moisture content (8.91%). The total ash content revealed that the powder contain the following minerals in mg/g: 1.67 Ca, 0.92 Mg, 1.29 K, 1.07 P, 0.73 S, and minute quantities of Cu, Se and Fe. Quantitative phytochemicals’ screening showed the presence of the following in turmeric (mg/g): saponins, (1.36); tannin, (1.87) and flavanoid (0..68), steroid, (0.99) terpenoides (0.54); alkaloids, (10.04) cardiac glycosides, (14.61) and phytate (10.30). The outcome of vitamins analyses revealed that turmeric rhizome contains the following vitamins in mg/g of sample weight: vitamin A (3.44), vitamin B1 (0.09), vitamin B2 (1.20), vitamin B3 (0.32), vitamin C (0.84), vitamin D (0.64) and vitamin E (0.39). 

 Researchjournali.com

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 Nutritional And Phytochemical Evaluations Of Moringa (Moringa Oleifera Lam.) Leaf Meal As A Potential Livestock Feed Ingredient

 Imoru, A., Onibi, G.E., Osho, I.B. And Akinola, O.J.

 2018

The laboratory - based research was conducted to examine the proximate and phytochemical compositions of moringa (Moringa oleifera) leaves obtained from Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria. The outcome of the analyses showed that moringa leaf meal contains high levels of crude protein and carbohydrates of 25.21% and 53.99% respectively. The leaf meal also possess significant quantity of ash (7.69%), crude fiber (7.21%), either extract (2.81%), moisture content (3.09%), consequently, a dry matter content of 96.91%. The total ash content revealed that it possesses the following minerals in mg/g: Ca (2.09); Mg (0.48); K (1.62); P (0.44) and S (0.85). Quantitative phytochemicals’ screening indicated the presence of the following in moringa leaf meal (mg/g): saponins, (1.59); tannin (9.28) and flavanoid (3.70). Other phytochemicals contained in the leaves are steroid (3.17), terpenoides (3.55); alkaloids (3.08) and cardiac glycosides (0.33). The results of vitamins composition also showed that Moringa oleifera leaf meal contains the following vitamins in mg/g of weight: vitamin A (4.34), vitamin B1 (0.57), vitamin B2 (0.44), vitamin B3 (0.44), vitamin C (0.82), vitamin D (0.95) and vitamin E (0.73). This array of nutrients and bioactive compounds present in the leaves of moringa is suggestive that livestock can obtain both nutritional and medicinal benefits from it if utilized as a feed ingredient. 

 International Journal Of Environment, Agriculture And Biotechnology

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 Growth Performance, Shank Pigmentation And Blood Profile Of Broiler Chickens Fed Neem Leaf Meal-based Diets

 Akintomide, A.A. And Onibi, G.E.

 2018

The many benefits of all parts of neem (Azadirachta indica) tree are well documented. Thus, this study was done to ascertain the effects of sundried neem leaf meal (NLM) on growth performance, shank pigmentation and blood profile of broiler chickens. One hundred and forty four day-old chicks were randomly distributed after 1 week pre-experimental period to four experimental diets which comprised NLM at 0% (control), 5% (5NLM), 10% (10NLM) and 15% (15NLM). A completely randomized design was adopted with 12 birds per replicate and 3 replicates per treatment. Feed and water were given ad-libitum and other management practices were carried out. Initial weight of chicks and final weights at the end of the starter and finisher phases were taken. Feed intake was measured weekly and feed conversion ratio (FCR) calculated. Shank pigmentation was assessed from 3 birds/ replicate at the end of the trial. Blood samples were collected from 3 birds/ replicate at the end of the starter and finisher phases. For the starter phase, final weight, total weight gain and FCR were significantly influenced by NLM inclusion. Chicks fed control and 5NLM diets had similar higher values than others. Blood parameters were not significant except basophil values. At the finisher phase, total weight gain and FCR were not significantly different although feed intake significantly reduced with inclusion of NLM in the diets. Blood parameters were not significant except lymphocyte values. There was a non-significant increase in shank pigmentation with increase in NLM inclusion. It is concluded that NLM inclusion in broiler diets at both phases should not exceed 5% based on growth performance. Neem leaf meal increased yellow colouration of shank and was not harmful to broiler blood parameters. 

 Livestock Research For Rural Development

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 Nutritional And Sensory Evaluation Of Soft Cheese Made From Locally Sourced Coagulants

 Ibhaze, G.A., Adebayo, O.A. And Onibi, G.E.

 2017

Sodom apple (Calotropis procera) is the conventional coagulant used in the production of cheese (Wara) in Nigeria. Unripe Pawpaw fruit extract (PWE), Moringa seed extract (MSE) and Soursop fruit extract (SSE) are alternative coagulants that have not been fully explored. Hence, this study was conducted to evaluate the nutrient and organoleptic properties of cheese produced with these extracts compared with commercially retailed cheese (CRC) and Sodom apple extracted (SAE) cheese. The completely randomized design was adopted. Raw milk was collected from lactating White Fulani cows and divided into four parts of one litre each. The milk was heated to a temperature of 50°C and 100 ml of each extract was added to the milk and heated slowly until boiling was reached. The chemical composition and sensory properties of the cheeses were influenced by the extracts (coagulants). Moisture content in cheese with CRC having the highest value (73.3%) and MSE cheese the least (55.8%). Total solids and protein values (44.2 and 23.4% respectively) were higher in MSE cheese than others while the lactose and fat (0.523 and 15.1% respectively) were also higher in PWE cheese. Vitamins A and C contents (178 and 0.142mg/100g respectively) were higher in SAE cheese than others while the mineral concentrations (Na, Ca, P and Mg) varied among the different cheeses. Acceptability scores were 4.13, 4.13, 4.00, and 3.63 for SAE, SSE, PWE and MSE respectively. There was no difference in acceptability for MSE and CRC. In comparison with cheese purchased from Fulani women, Sodom apple, pawpaw and soursop precipitated cheese had better consumer acceptance than CRC (acceptability score of 3.63). It may therefore be concluded that all coagulants used have potentials for replacing Sodom apple in cheese production in Nigeria. 

 Proceedings Of 2nd Joint Meeting Of Nigerian Institute Of Animal Science And Animal Science Association Of Nigeria

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 Performance Of Broiler Finisher Chickens Offered A Blend Of Garlic (Allium Sativum) And Ginger (Zingiber Officinale) Through Water

 Ojo, M.O., Adesua, A.A., Noah, O.H., Akinade, A.J., Oloruntobi, O.T., Agbi, B.M. And Onibi, G.E.

 2013

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 International Journal Of AgriScience

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 Effect Of Diets Of Different Protein Levels Fed On Dry And Wet Forms On The Performance And Carcass Characteristics Of Broiler Chicken Finishers

 Folorunso, O.R. And Onibi, G.E

 2012

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 International Journal Of AgriScience

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 Effect Of Diets Of Different Protein Levels Fed On Dry And Wet Forms On The Performance And Carcass Characteristics Of Broiler Chicken Finishers

 Folorunso, O.R. And Onibi, G.E

 2012

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 Proceedings Of 37th Annual Conference Of Nigerian Society For Animal Production, University Of Agriculture, Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria

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 Effects Of Soyabean Oil And Garlic-in-water Supplementation On Performance And Cholesterol Content Of Broiler Chickens

 Jegede, O.B., Onibi, G.E., Agbede, J.O., Alade, Y.F. And Ojo, M.O

 2012

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 Proceedings Of 37th Annual Conference Of Nigerian Society For Animal Production, University Of Agriculture, Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria

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 Effect Of Storage Duration Of Well Water On Performance Of Broiler Chickens

 Folorunso, O.R., Laseinde, E.A.O. And Onibi, G.E

 2012

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