Vet World Vol.16 December-2023 Article-6
Research Article
Veterinary World, 16(12): 2431-2439
https://doi.org/10.14202/vetworld.2023.2431-2439
Effect of vermiculite feed additive on the chemical, mineral, and amino acid compositions of quail meat
2. Food Safety Laboratory, Institute of Plant Protection-National Research Institute, Bialystok, Poland.
Background and Aim: Poultry farming plays a significant role in providing the population with high-quality and cheap meat products. The development and success of this industry depend on the proper use of available feed. As a rule, feed additives should compensate for missing elements in livestock diets. This study investigated the effects of vermiculite feed additives on the chemical, amino acid, and mineral compositions of quail meat.
Materials and Methods: Texas Quail meat breed birds were randomly divided into three groups (35 heads each). Group I served as the control group, in which the birds were fed a standard diet without any supplements. The diet of Group II was supplemented with 3% vermiculite feed additive, whereas Group III received 5% vermiculite. The experiment was conducted over 120 days.
Results: Quails in the experimental groups contained less moisture, had more ash and protein, and were richer in calories in terms of energy value. In terms of mineral composition, the calcium concentrations were 9.9% and 16.5% higher in the in the Group I and II, respectively. Furthermore, the highest percentages of nonessential and essential amino acids were found in the 5% vermiculite group. In the meat of quails that received 5% vermiculite, cadmium and lead salt levels were 20%–25% lower than those in the control variant.
Conclusion: The results of our analyses confirmed that meeting the mineral requirements of quails improves animal productivity and meat product quality. Vermiculite as a feed additive improved the chemical, mineral, and amino acid compositions of quail meat when it was added to up to 5% of the feed dry matter. These results will help to improve the feed base of the poultry industry in the Republic of Kazakhstan. Keywords: diet, feed additive, quail meat, quality, vermiculite, veterinary and sanitary assessment.
Keywords: diet, feed additive, quail meat, quality, vermiculite, veterinary and sanitary assessment.
How to cite this article: Aрdraim G, Sarsembayeva N, and Lozowicka B (2023) Effect of vermiculite feed additive on the chemical, mineral, and amino acid compositions of quail meat, Veterinary World, 16(12): 2431-2439.
Received: 16-08-2023 Accepted: 26-10-2023 Published online: 06-12-2023
Corresponding author: Nurzhan Sarsembayeva E-mail: nurzhan_sarsembayeva@mail.ru
DOI: 10.14202/vetworld.2023.2431-2439
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