Context: The presence of lysine in the feed ration of pigs optimizes their growth rate and feed efficiency. Objective: This study evaluated the effect of lysine supplementation on the production performance of weaned piglets. Methods: A total of 120 Large White weanlings were sub...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i10442
Meenakshi Sharma, Arti Dogra, Arpit Sharma, Purnima Thakur, Shilpa Chandel, Simran Choudhary, Savita Kumari & B.G. Mane·Asian Journal of Biology·2024
Milk is one of the essential food for human intake, especially for growing children, which contains various proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals. However, milk is prone to adulteration, minimizing its quality and safety even as it has numerous benefits to consumer...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i10441
Sadia Islam Reya, Md. Shihab Uddin, Mst. Nishat Tasnim, Md. Anisuzzaman, Sumaiya Islam Titly, Moni Krishno Mohanta & Md Fazlul Haque·Asian Journal of Biology·2024
Nonfood-grade nonwoven polyethene (NFWP) bags which are frequently used in microwave cooking or carrying hot foods have been reported for releasing large amount of nanoplastics. Hence, the present study was designed to investigate the harmful effects of nanoplastics released from...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i10440
Congenital fetal abnormalities have emerged as a major cause of infant mortality globally. About 3% of pregnancies are reported as fetal structural anomaly through ultrasound, ranging from minor defect to severe organ system anomalies. Our study aimed to evaluate effectiveness of...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i10439
Water serves as a vehicle for the transmission of various diseases to man and animals, and have been associated with both acute and chronic health syndromes. This study was carried out to determine the bacteriological quality of borehole water supply in the Hostels of Rivers Stat...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i10438
A field demonstration on potato was carried out during 2017-18 and 2018-19 respectively in Tirap district of Arunachal Pradesh by Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Tirap. Kufri Jyoti variety of potato with full scientific practices were demonstrated in 45 locations in selected villages....
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i9437
The present study was carried out at Tirap district of Arunachal Pradesh, India during kharif 2015-16 and 2016-17 respectively. Before conducting the trials; a field survey was also carried out about farmer’s practices of colocassia. As per the survey’s result Lack of knowledge a...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i9434
Dogs are among the most beloved companion animals. They are involved in number of activities of human being as pet, in various jobs. Domestic dogs are susceptible to the extremely contagious canine viral diseases, which pose a serious danger to canine health globally. The review...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i9435
The term "microflora" has gained popularity as researchers explore the symbiotic relationships between microorganisms and their hosts, from our skin to our gut. Insects, including the silkworm, have mutualistic ties with their gut microflora, making them a valuable resource for s...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i9436
Orchids are one of the largest and most diverse groups among the Philippine flowering plants, harboring over 1200 species, varieties and forms. Thus, this study was conducted to identify the orchid species in nine (9) sampling sites, as well the anthropogenic activities and econo...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i9433
Sericulture is an agro based industry that includes production of raw silk by breeding, rearing of silkworm and cultivation of their host plants. The manufacture of various types of silk was the only emphasis of the traditional sericulture industry, and leftovers were typically d...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i8432
Sericulture is an agro-based industry. It is based on cultivation of host plants, rearing of silkworms and production of silk. There are four types of commercial silkworm i.e., mulberry, eri, muga and tasar. Among them, mulberry is only monophagous and the rest are polyphagous. I...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i8431
Pesticides are notorious for staying and spreading in the environment, and they can accumulate and disturb the food web, which endangers both animals and humans. This study summarizes the available information on the eco-toxicology of pesticides in fish. The majority of pesticide...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i8430
Nepenthes is a genus in the Nepenthaceae family of the order Nepenthales that is also known as a carnivorous plant. Thus, a study was conducted to identify the diversity of Nepenthes species in nine (9) areas of San Isidro, Northern Samar. The descriptive method of research was a...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i8429
April Ann A. Enteria, Tom Jericho L. Abobo & Abel Alejandro U. Flores, Jr.·Asian Journal of Biology·2024
This research was carried out in an attempt to ascertain the phytochemical screening on selected seaweed species from different barangays in Biri, Northern Samar, Philippines using a descriptive research approach. It also aimed to identify the seaweed species in the study area an...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i8428