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The experiment was designed perfectly for producing all the experimental chicks simultaneously in one hatch so that their subsequent rearing could be done under similar environmental and managemental conditions. All chicks reared for 12 weeks of age. In over all, RIR was found to perform better than other two species while Uttara fowl when compared with Kadaknath performed better in context of egg weight, weight gain, dressing percentage, edible weight percentage, processing loss etc. and has genetic potential for improvement through intensive selection and breeding programme to develop birds with improved efficiency for sustainable use in poultry farming. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article presents a study focusing on the effect of replacing fish meal (FM) and groundnut cake (GNC) with soybean meal on performance of pigs. Topics include the replacement of FM by DOC soya and FM and GNC by Soya De Oiled Cake (DOC) soya of the basal diet and average dry matter intake (DMI) and feed conversion ratio (FCR) did not differ significantly among three groups.

The article discusses an experiment which looked at the effect of Neem (Azadirachta Indica) leaf powder (NLP) on Guinea fowl's organ weights, differential leucocyte count (DLC) and serum albumin/globulin (A/G) ratio. It cites significant increase in weights of organs such as spleen, liver, heart, and gizzard. It also mentions notable increase in the lymphocyte and heterophil count, while the monocyte, eosinophil and basophil counts in NLP treated groups exhibited a declining trend.

The article discusses a study that examined the effect of Azadirachta Indica or Neem leaf powder (NLP) on guinea fowls and their haemato-biochemical parameters. Topics covered include treatment with NLP and collection of blood samples for estimates of white blood cells, haemoglobin and packed-cell volume (PCV). Results showed significantly lower PCV values in keets treated with Neem leaf extract (NLE) and lower concentration of haemoglobin in guinea fowls.

The article discusses a study which examined the effect on the ovarian function in rats of the plants Aegle marmelos (AME) and Ficus religiosa (FRE). Forty nine 12-15 week-old rats were reportedly divided into seven groups, six of which were given 100, 300 and 1000 milligrams (mg) of the plants' extracts daily from diestrus to estrus phase. It is stated that both plants have effected higher uterine and ovarian weight and large surface follicles in the rats indicating ovarian function influence on them.

The present work was designed to establish buffalo endometrial epithelial cell culture and to observe their morphological and functional properties. Endometrial epithelial cells were isolated using 0.3% trypsin and cultured in vitro. The epithelial cells appeared in clumps and attached to matrigel coated surface as small colonies within 48 hrs and were spherical or polygonal in shape. Epithelial cells reached confluence by 7 to 8 days and exhibited cuboidal morphology. The basal PGF2α production by the endometrial cells was significantly higher (2.8 fold) than PGE2. Addition of oxytocin significantly increased PGF2α (5 fold) production as compared to basal level. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article presents a study which evaluates the influence of soy protein on digestibility and growth performance of crossbred calves. Materials and methods used in the study, which was undertaken on growing crossbred female calves in both organized and unorganized dairy farms, are offered. Findings determining the effective and better results with the high levels of soy protein in the diet of growing crossbred calves with concentrate mixture are also discussed.

The article presents a study on the effect of Neem leaf powder supplementation through a five week feeding trial on the growth performance in Japanese quail from second to sixth weeks of age. Body weight gain, feed intake and feed conversion ratio and their averages for four groups supplemented at different graded levels of Neem leaf powder are showed. Neem leaf powder supplementation at three grams per kilogram of feed is concluded to have better feed conversion ratios and lower feed intake.

The article presents a study on the effect of liquid versus frozen semen on the conception rate in repeat breeder cows. During the research, repeat breeding Vrindavani cows were chosen based on the failure to conceive upon three or more repeated inseminations, without any disease of the reproductive tract and found negative on white side test. The study concludes that liquid semen produced higher conception rate compared to frozen semen.

The article discusses a study which examined the follicular growth and ovarian steroid profile during early pregnancy in buffalo. Results show that there was no significant difference in small follicles on different days of early pregnancy and that the continuous progesterone exposure during pregnancy has negative effect on follicular development. It was also found that with the advancement of pregnancy, large follicles also significantly decreased.

The article highlights a study which examined the effects of chromium picolinate supplementation on the growth of Japanese quail. Lower feed intake and feed conversion ratio (FCR) were observed in Japanese quail supplemented with 1500 pbb of chromium picolinate. Supplementation with 1500 pbb of chromium picolinate also resulted to higher and maximum body weight gain.

The article discusses a study which examined how chromium picolinate supplementation affects haematological traits in broilers. The study showed haematological parameters in blood of different treatment groups recorded at the end of 21st and 42nd day of the investigation. It was found that chromium administration did not show any effect on packed cell volume (PCV) and total erythrocyte count (TEC) .

The article presents a study on in vitro immunomodulatory and antioxidant potentials of methanolic extract of five indigenous herbs whose activities were previously documented, but not compared. These herbs include Alium sutivum (Garlic), Ocimurn sanctum(Tulsi), Rubia cordifolia (Manjistha), Tinospora cordifolia (Guruchi) and Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha). The study found that T. cordifolia and O. sanctum extracts have better antioxidant and immunomodulatory potentials, respectively.

The article discusses a study on haematology and biochemistry in eighteen pigs each of Desi (D), Tamworth (T) and Tamworth x Desi cross TD pigs of 6-7 months of age maintained both at pig breeding farm and at farmers doors in India. The study gathered blood samples of different genetic groups under different systems of rearing for hematological and biochemical studies. It was found that genotype system of rearing is non-significant for all haematolgical and biochemical parameters examined.

The article discusses a study on the effect of genetic and non-genetic factors on pig growth. The study involved 3 genetic groups of pigs, namely, Desai, Tamworth and Tamworth crossed with Desi (T&D). The non-genetic factors analyzed included season, parity, sex and litter size. Genetic factors had significant effect on 4th and 8th weeks of body weight based on least squares analysis. The study found that body weights were significantly influenced by parity of dam at 4th and 8th weeks of age.

The article presents a study on the impact of dietary levels of chromium picolinate on the carcass traits of broilers. The researchers used 120 unsexed day old broiler chicks for the experiment, which were bought from Venky's Hatchery in Dehradun, India. They analyzed the proximate composition of the drumstick meat and breast thigh of the birds including the ether extract, crude protein and moisture contents. They found that chromium supplementation reduced the crude protein content of the breast and drumstick meat.

The article presents a study on the use of Withania somnifera root extract (WSE) to treat generalized canine demodicosis. The researchers examined 16 clinically Demodex mite infested dogs, after which they gathered skin scrapings with hair plucks. They selected dogs with generalized demodicosis (GD), which were divided into two groups of eight dogs each. They found that WSE can be recommended as an adjunct with miticidal agent Jatropha curcas oil for the restoration of immunological changes in dogs with GD towards normalcy.

The article discusses a study on the effect of the dietary supplementation of probiotics on growth performance and nutrient utilization in broilers in India. It was found that there was no significant change in feed intake of the birds following dietary treatment. The study discovered that body weight gain and feed efficiency has improved due to probiotic supplementation. Also noted is the digestibility coefficient of dry matter and nitrogen retention of broilers that received probiotics supplement.

The article discusses a study which investigated the effect of different heat stress ameliorating measures on the enzymatic, mineral and hormonal profiles of weaned piglets in India. The study used 16 Large White Yorshire piglets with nearly two months of age and randomly divided into four treatment groups. It also estimated the plasma concentration of enzymes, minerals and hormones in different treatment groups. It was found that piglets were shown maximum relief from mud wallowing than other heat ameliorating measures studied.

This article focuses on a study which examined the effect of kitchen and rice fermented waste in various proportions on reproductive performance of indigenous pigs. A number of indigenous gilts served as subjects in this study, which were given various kinds of feed. An iron tonic was administered intra-muscularly to each piglets to prevent anaemia. According to the study, higher litter size at birth and at weaning was observed in a group of gilts fed with standard concentrate ration. The study also found that the weight of piglets at birth and at weaning was higher in pigs fed completely on kitchen waste.

The article discusses a study which examined the effect of Aegle marmelos and Ficus religiosa on the onset of puberty in immature rats. Higher levels of steroids at the onset of puberty indicated that estrogen may have prime role on puberty. The leaves of Ficus have been found to contain macro and micro nutrients and amino acids that could be beneficial in the onset of puberty. Ethanolic extracts of both plants were administered orally from day 26 to 35 of age and induction of vaginal opening was used as an index of puberty.

The article presents a case study which showed the therapeutic approach of feline dystocia due to primary complete uterine inertia. Materials and methods used in the study, which assessed the use of dextrose, oxytocin, and calcium solutions as medical therapy, are offered. Results citing the success of the therapeutic approach and delivery of putrefield fetus per-vaginum are also discussed.

The article presents a case study which describes the congenital epitheliogenesis imperfecta in Buffalo. It cites the success of the per-vaginal delivery of calf with congenital epitheliogenesis imperfecta. Also noted is the results of the study which determined the absence of normal skin development with the exposure.

The article discusses a study which examined blood biochemical parameters and carcass trait in Uttara fowl in Uttarakhand, India. Topics discussed include the findings which showed that males had higher carcass weight after bleeding and de-feathering than females, and that dressing percentage for the Uttara fowl was slightly lower compared to commercial broilers.

The article presents at study that investigates the effectiveness of progesterone and serum PGFM profiles in diagnosing pregnant buffaloes in Uttar Pradesh, India. Researchers did a study on the buffaloes of the dairy farm of Izatnagar, IVRI and Uttar Pradesh between October 2006 to March 2008, wherein 15 are estrus inseminated. Moreover, they discovered that both methods are effective in diagnosing early pregnancy in buffaloes.

The article highlights a study which investigated how the growth of guinea fowl is affected by chromium picolinate supplementation through drinking water. The study found that 1,000 ppb chromium level was highly effective in increasing body weight gain and decreasing feed intake. 1,000 ppb chromium level also resulted to better feed conversion ratio (FCR).

The article highlights a study which investigated the effect of chromium picolinate supplementation on the growth performance of broiler chicks. The broilers were supplemented with 500, 1000 and 1500 pbb chromium through drinking water. Results of the study concluded that supplementing with organic chromium of 1000 ppb level via water helped in improving the growth performance of the chicks.

The article presents information on a study which evaluated the effect of dietary levels of chromium picolinate on heat stress in relation to antioxidative and serum biochemical parameters. The antioxidative parameters include lipid peroxidase and glutathione, while biochemical parameters include glucose, total cholesterol, total protein, albumin and globulin. It describes in detail the findings of the study.

The article discusses a study on the effects of chromium picolinate supplementation on oxidative stress caused by heat stress in laying hens. The study involved 300 laying hens which were randomly divided into four treatment groups. It was found that chromium picolinate supplementation enhanced egg production in layers. The findings on malondialdehyde (MSA), reduced glutathione (GSH) and catalase concentrations in erythrocytes are detailed.

The article discusses research on the therapeutic efficacy of Withania somnifera extract (WSE) against canine demodicosis. It describes the selection and grouping of Demodex canis-infested dogs, noting that Jatropha curcas oil (JCO) was given to the first group while WSE was administered to the other. The results of the local application of JCO and WSE are reported, with information on level of lipid peroxide (LPO) and superoxide dismutase (SOD) measurements. The effect of WSE on antioxidant defense parameters is also mentioned.

The article discusses a study which examined the effectiveness of doramectin in canine demodicosis treatment. Skin scrapings from 31 dogs with demodicosis were reportedly examined before and at regular intervals after treatment with doramectin until mites were absent in the scrapings. It is stated that recovery in the dogs was exhibited with no recurrence after one year for 14 cases of localized demodicosis and 13 cases of the general kind.

The article discusses a study which describes the successful management of colic in six horses. The six horses had the history of inappetence, pawing, frequent lying down, flank watching and rolling. Equine colic has many potential causes, including internal parasites, change of diet, dietary management, housing conditions, lack of access to pasture and water, increased exercise and transport.