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The resveratrol (3, 5, 4' - trihydroxystilbene) is a phytoalexin, meaning that it is produced by different plants in response to some conditions, as environmentally unfriendly factors, wounds, fungal infections, ultraviolet rays, etc. Resveratrol has a strong antioxidant capacity. It is considered as having an antioxidant capacity of 4 up to5 times stronger than beta-carotene, 20 times stronger than vitamin C, and even 50 times stronger than vitamin E. Actually, resveratrol is a well-known nutritional principle considered valuable for reducing risk of cardiovascular diseases, but it is also presumed to be involved in extension of the life span, by activation of longevity gene. Even though several fruit species (grapes, berries and peanuts), are resveratrol sources, grapes skins and seeds are mostly studied, in this aim. Few research is dedicated to the study of resveratrol content in berries, even though high amounts of this principle may be found in these species, which could be higher valuated. In order to perform an accurate quantification of resveratrol occurrence in these sources, selecting the appropriate methodology is a critical step. This study is a short review of the available methodologies destined to quantify the resveratrol from berries. The methods included in the category of non-conventional aim those that use a series of high performance techniques, based on physics methods, as: ultrasounds, microwaves, high pressure, and pulsed electric field. A large diversity of methodologies is available for obtaining resveratrol from different matrices, including berries. They may be classified in conventional and unconventional methods. The solvent extraction is practiced at large extent, but it has a series of disadvantages, like long duration and pollutant action on the environment, due to the solvents involved. All these methods are environmentally friendly (because small amounts or no solvents are used), short duration, and have high accuracy, but high investments are needed in equipment, which are very expensive. .This study aims to review the available methodologies destined to quantify the resveratrol from berries, in order to select the most appropriate. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Protected natural areas are based on the low level of human activity on their territory, being the best models for natural and semi-natural ecological systems. The diversity and biodiversity encountered in Maramures resulted in the designation of 59 protected natural areas, with an area of 2452.2 km², which represents 38.91% of the total area of Maramures. As objectives, we intend to track the impact of wind breaks that took place in Maramures in the protected areas, the imbalances created on the protected areas surface, but also the impact on the habitats and priority species. The area where the study was conducted are the forests ofMaramures and for the achievement of the proposed objectives, we combined the field research, the office ones, as well as a study at the Forestry and Maramures Environmental Protection Agency. In order to better understand the current state of the problem, we have referred to specialized articles, some research reports and some statistics produced by the Forestry Owls in Maramures. As a result of the researches carried out, we have found imbalances in the protected natural areas of Maramures, created by massive tree fells due to the extreme climatic phenomen that occurred in September 2017. On an area of about 25,000 ha the wind blows landed thousands of areas of forests, largely within the protected areas. As a result of the assessments carried out, disturbances of some habitats have been detected and these species have been destroyed, and the species within the habitats have been forced to adapt to the situation or to refuge in other habitats. To avoid long-term effects, it is necessary to completely remove the affected wood mass. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

For the inventory of flora, research and investigation methodologies and techniques need to be validated, methodologies that provide information with a high degree of accuracy. The purpose of the paper is to update inventories for flora species - mainly fauna and habitats in the community site ROSCI0263 Ierii Valley, aiming at the implementation of the management plan for the preservation of species, habitats and landscape elements. The work will contribute to the regulation of the activities carried out within the Natura 2000 site ROSCI0263 Ierii Valley. So, we will identify and apply the best management actions correlated with the specifics and needs of the respective area. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The present study was focused on evaluating the manner in which heavy metals, originated from natural and anthropic sources (former mining activity in Baiut metallogenic area), in the upper basin of the Lapus River, transferred into sediments and accumulated in the riparian vegetation. Total concentrations ofPb, Ni, and Cd, classified as priority hazardous substances in the WFD, were measured in samples of water, sediments and some emergent flora species (Equisetum fluviatile, Myosotonaquaticum, Carexaquatilis, Salix fragilis, Mentha aquatica, Juncus spp.), in 4 selected sections of the Lapus River, including a reference section (a pollution free area). The heavy metal concentration in collected samples were determined by atomic adsorption spectrometry. In all the monitored sections the heavy metals concentrations were higher in plants than in sediments or water samples. The highest concentrations were recorded for Pb, then for Ni and lastly for Cd in the genus Carex and Salix in the most contaminated river section. The results of the study show that the ability to accumulate heavy metals differs between species, and affinity for a particular metal depends on its bioavailability. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study aims a short reviewing destined to emphasize the usefulness of using polyphenols as traceability food markers. Food traceability practices also represent a useful tool in reducing risk against health safety issues, mainly those that may be produced by different pathogens affecting both plants and animals used as raw material for food production. Among these we mention that these regulations are the base of labelling the food product with the labels PDO, or PGI. A series of definitions have been developed of traceability. The food traceability needs the use of specific tools represented by the traceability markers. In the meantime, analytical markers are usually considered as specific chemical and/or biochemical compounds that possesses specific features, which by measuring deliver useful information that make it useful for measuring. A particular class of compounds have been proved a useful markers for food traceability. They belong to the polyphenols family. They are generally considered secondary metabolites being part of the group of and they have in common the phenolic group, meaning the simple aromatic ring (benzene) and one or more hydroxyl groups. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Alternari solani Sorauer produces harmful disorders in potato cultures. It is a mushroom with high sensitivity against climatic conditions, rainfall regimen, especially. The aim of this study is to emphasize the influence of the climatic factors upon develpment of earlyblight in potato, and also interactions between the evolution of the earlyblight and climatic conditions. The interaction between the climatic factors of importance in the manifestation and management of the earlyblight in potato attack produced by the attack of the Alternaria solani Sorauer mushroom on the potato variety Redsec (depending on the applied treatment), represented mainly by humidity and temperature, expressed as averages throughout the experimental period 2018 -2019, presents a series of particularities, which, however, are also conditioned by the applied phytosanitary treatments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Indoor air pollution ae refers to the physical, chemical and biological characteristics of the air in the interior environment of a house, buildings or institutions. Indoor air quality is the quality of air inside and around buildings and structures, especially in terms of health and comfort of the occupants of the building. This study was developed in order to emphasize the monitoring the capacity of Nephrolepis exaltata (L.) Schott. (apartment fence) to become agents of biomonitoring of indoor pollution in educational spaces. The values of the correlation coefficients and the resulting determination coefficients suggest the existence of interactions between the content of PM2.5 and PM10 in the ambient air and the bioaccumulation capacity of the leaf tissue of the plant taken in the study, which is why it is considered appropriate to deepen this research through further studies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The present paper aims to make a description of the species Heterandria formosa, based on the scientific literature and experience of the authors. H. formosa is a weirdness of the Pisces group, is a good human model due to its reproduction, a good model for ecotoxicology and for evolutionary biology. A great advantage of using this species in research is the ease of breeding and reproduction in aquaria. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Chestnut is a shrub species that belongs to the family Sapindaceae and subfamily Hippocastanoideae. It plays an ornamental plant role along with many other species, in many green areas located mainly in urban spaces. The purpose of our trial carried out by us is to determine the interactions that occur between Cu, Zn, Pb, Cd, Ni quantified in the leaves of the Aesculus hippocastanum L. trees used as ornamental trees in the municipality of Cluj-Napoca, in the climatic conditions characteristic of the area. Multiple strong correlations were identified between the heavy metals taken in the study, respectively Cu, Zn, Pb, Cd, Ni, in the leaves of the studied Aesculus hippocastanum L. trees, in the vast majority of the experimental locations, these being between 0.699 - 0.879. A very strong multiple correlation (R = 0.907) is reported for the experimental location no. 2, related Boulevard 1 December 1918, suburban type location. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Fertilization if appropriately selected and administered, may decrease the harmful influences of agricultural inputs. The use of ash resulted from wood debris incineration, as mineral soil fertilizer administered in orchard nurseries has high potential in both growing and protection against pathogens attacks. In this trial we tested the effectiveness of fertilization performed with ash resulted from durmast debris incineration against Podosphaera leucotrycha (Ellis & Everh.) E.S. Salmon attack, in a plum nursery, taking into account the environmental tremperature, and rainfall regimen. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Ourdays, food traceability, whatever vegetal or animal, mainly when approached from the point of view of the relationship soil-plant-animal, is real concern worldwide, and involves a series of steps, destined to track de food resources from producers to consumers. The implementation of food traceability relies in preoccupation oriented to consumers' welfare and increasing exigency of consumers against food quality. This study focuses on emphasizing a methodology for vegetable food traceability, taken into consideration the vegetable area harvested and yield by world, continents European Union, and also Romania. In order to deliver a pattern for vegetable food traceability one must take into consideration the vegetable area harvested and production worldwide, and safe food traceability principles before formulation of each component of the system. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Metals are found in higher sediment concentrations than in water. Water, more or less, acts as a medium for transporting the elements and therefore the metals have a reduced retention time in the aqueous environment. This depends on the type of metal. The sampling was done to identify how the Pb concentration changes depending on the impact of the contamination sources. According to the present experiment, we have highlighted the Pb concentrations on the basis of which the level of contamination was established, which was subsequently confirmed and justified by the loading of these parameters in the sediment. The highest concentrations in the sediment were recorded for Pb in section 2 downstream of mine water discharge in the Lapus river, the contamination tendency being transferred to section 4. The assessment of the level of sediment contamination was made in correlation with transport aspects alluvial, hydrology and river morphology. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This Fourier transform-infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy technique allows a rapid analysis and needs little or no sample pre-treatment and has been widely used for the analysis in food science, medicine and pharmaceuticals sectors. In this study, the FT-IR spectroscopy was used as a fast and direct analytical approach in order to analyze three dry citrus fruits species: orange, lemon and tangerine. The results of our trial emphasize the possibility of differentiation of all citrus fruit species took into study, according to their citric acid and sugar content. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Due to the pollution from the environment, the heavy metals also contaminate the mushrooms. The pollution degree depends on several factors such as climate, area of origin, mushroom composition, humidity level, and radioactivity. Samples were collected from the following areas: Sălaj, Cluj, Braşov, Baia Mare, Satu Mare, Bistriţa-Năsăud. The content of fat, protein, humidity, heavy metal (Pb and Cd) and fungi radionuclides (Boletus edulis) and chanterelle mushrooms (Cantharellus cibarius) were evaluated. The content of Cs 137 in (Boletus edulis) built in the Baia Mare area and the lowest in the Brasov area. Cs 134 showed the lowest values in yellow sponges compared to dry boletus. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The modern production processes and the increased needs of industrial companies have undoubtedly led to a considerable demand for the environment. Population growth and intensification of industrialization, with a concurrent increase in industrial production, lead to increasing quantities of residues. Only one-third of industrial products are useful, with the remaining two-thirds being residues that can harm the environment. Strict emissions and evacuation or storage regulations are needed, combined with incentive methods such as: developing research and demonstration grants, training and education activities and programs, gathering and transferring information. The task of the industry is to take an active attitude. Experience has shown that due to increased productivity and cost savings, investments in poor or unpolluted technologies are recovered in 2-3 years or less. The unpleasant consequences of mismanagement of waste on the environment affect water, air and soil equally. Thus, landfills discharged into inappropriate places spread bad smells, spoil the landscape, infect the air with bad smells or smoke, create outbreaks for various parasites (mice and insects) and pollute in some situations surface and underground waters. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Recovering leftover food draws the attention on the issue of managing leftover food in restaurants and the available solutions taken into account by the food industry representatives. It's importance lies both in environmental terms, by reducing pollution and conserving energy, and also from the economical point of view by creating jobs. The aim of the present study was to analyse the situation of leftover food from public establishments in Alba Iulia and to highlight the managing solutions in which these leftovers can be harnessed. In order to conduct this investigation a survey was implemented by applying a questionnaire in public food units from Alba Iulia city. In this context, 100 respondents with leadership functions in public food establishments, namely managers, owners or administrator, were interviewed. The data was processed by using IBM SPSS Statistics v. 22.0. The survey reveals the lack of experience of those in charge of these public food establishments, the majority don't have the necessary and mandatory knowledge and experience to handle this type of food debris. Given that the fact that pollution rests a major problem nowadays, a special attention must be given to the issue of leftover food from public food establishments by identifying the real problems in these units This research contributes to a greater understanding on how we can relate both food and waste systems, and provides recommendations for managing leftover food in public food establishments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Presently, the water resources of the planet are strongly affected by anthropic impacts so that their protection has become a major problem of humanity. The main purpose of this study is to assess the chemical status trend of the water body Lapus River - "Izvoare - Suciu and the tributaries", analyzing the section between the Izvorul Alb-Negru (the reference) section and the Lapusul Romanesc section which captures the significant impact of mining activity in Baiut metallogenic area. Although, since 2007 mining activities ceased in this area, and measures to contain the pollution were applied, the recovery of the affected environment is still slowly progressing. For the assessment of pollution with heavy metals it was calculated the Heavy metal pollution index (HPI) using weighted arithmetic mean method. The metals such as cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), and nickel (Ni) were considered. The metal concentrations showed a dominance in the order of Cd > Pb > Ni, respectively. The value of HPI for the Lapusul Romanesc section was found to be much over the critical pollution index value of 100. The important information has been gained from this analysis, especially on the identification of significant temporal and spatial trends of water quality parameters and the status of river water quality according to the water quality standards. Its chemical state risks not reaching the target of the Water Framework Directive and constitutes an exception to the general good status of the river. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Romania's water resources are formed by surface waters such us: rivers, lakes, the Danube River (≈ 90%) and underground waters (≈10%). Water pollution not only affects water quality but also threats human health, economic developments & social prosperity. The characterization of surface water quality is the overall assessment of the analytical results obtained periodically in monitoring system. The study presented in this paper aims to monitoring the water quality of the Someș River, along its route in Dej locality, characterizing some physical and chemical quality indicators, namely pH, conductivity and turbidity, between March and May period, 2018. The result reveal that pH over the entire experimental period were within the limits given by the Standard regarding the Surface Water Quality, respectively 6.5- 8.5 pH units. The average values obtained for the conductivity are within the normal range for surface waters. The evolution of the medium values obtained for turbidity was atypical in the sense that maximum average values were 7.54 NTU for the whole experimental period in one point of monitoring, the Standard limit being 5 NTU. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Paracetamol is one of the largest used antipyretic, needed to reduce the body temperature in situations such as fever. Commercial paracetamol (tablets) have been investigated using FT-Raman, Raman and further used for surface enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) on Ag colloidal nanoparticles. The active compound present in tablets could be accurately identified and monitored even through the blaster pack. The SERS spectra of paracetamol of different concentration have been obtained and discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Red berries, such as raspberry, are known for their nutritious content and organoleptic properties. Along with the evolution of the organic agriculture sector, the premises of a dynamic international market, in a continuous growth, were set, with a taste for fresh organic products. The raspberry is a fruit-bearing shrub whose cultivation can bring solid profit for farmers, and at the same time to consolidate less fertile lands and bringing value in the ecosystems. The organic practices and methods are appreciated in the field of biodiversity conservation and environmental protection, and alongside the arguments stated previously, can transform investments in this sector into success stories. Romania has a small organic agriculture sector, especially in the orchard sector, but it has the capacity to grow in this matter because of the richness of the soil and its biodiversity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Medical waste is the total waste generated by health institutions, research institutes and laboratories. In addition, they include waste from "minor" or "diffuse" sources, such as those produced during home care (dialysis, insulin injections). The most common and investigated causes of the risks associated with medical waste are lesions due to injuries involving sharp objects such as needles, blades, etc. They are often in contact with pathogens. In the present paper, we will present the general aspects of medical waste, as well as the main stages of its management, according to the measures imposed by the law. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In Lapus River, the persistence of contaminants depends on the degree of physical, chemical and biological poststorage rehabilitation, and the geomorphology of the water course, being relatively high. The collected sediments have changed their coloration according to the nature of the gray-brown to brownish-brown impact, and in the sections immediately downstream of the surface contamination sources, a finely coat of colloidal suspensions (flocs) formed following the reaction chemical neutralizing pH. Average concentrations were recorded for Ni in section 2 downstream of mine water discharging into the Lapus River, the trend of contamination being transferred to section 4. The assessment of the level of sediment contamination was made in correlation with aspects related to alluvial transport, hydrology and the morphology of evil. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Paulownia sp. is spread worldwide, being recognized as a 'precious tree' due to its high economic and ecological value. The products obtained from the leaves, skin, branches and flowers of Paulownia sp. are used in various forms of therapy both internally and externally, in countries such as China or Japan this plant bearing special significance since ancient times. At present, Paulownia sp. bears a particular economic importance, the demand for wood being very high. Its cultivation is highly advantageous in comparison with other crops as it can be used in its entirety, from root to seed. However, few consumers are aware of the real energetic, therapeutic and economic importance of Paulownia sp. This is a high productivity crop and the selling price across European markets is highly attractive. In addition, this tree contributes to the preservation of ecological balance and the environment. The paper is a research paper and presents the results of research conducted worldwide on the demands of Paulownia sp. crops in regard to the pedoclimatic factors, its uses as an energetic plant and the ecologic benefits of its cultivation, i.e. the phytoremediation of heavy metal polluted soils and salt soils, as well as its use in agroforestry systems. The paper contains data regarding the history and situation of Paulownia sp. crops in Romania. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In Romania, the waste management activity is based on OUG 78/2000, which implements a series of directives of the Council of Europe. The Ministry of the Environment and the National Environmental Protection Agency (NAPP) are responsible for coordinating this activity. Modern production processes and increased needs of industrial companies have undoubtedly led to a considerable demand for the environment. Waste management also aims at saving natural resources by re-using recoverable parts. Waste management includes all waste collection, transportation, treatment, recovery and disposal activities. Responsibility for waste management activities lies with their generators in accordance with the "polluter pays" principle or, as the case may be, with producers in accordance with the "producer responsibility". The management of spent batteries and accumulators is governed by H.G. No.1132 / 2008 (regarding the regime of batteries and accumulators and waste batteries and accumulators) and applies to all types of batteries and accumulators, regardless of form, volume, weight, component materials or their use. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The aquatic environment takes up the contaminants, often immobilises them in sediments and renders them in time the geological substratum with or without modification of the sediment biochemistry and/or can be taken up by plants that contribute significantly to existing or newly introduced behavioral toxicity potential or existing metals. The sampling, processing and preservation of sediment samples in order to determine the content of metals was based on the appropriate standards. The two water monitoring sections, upstream and downstream of the studied area, highlighted the Cd concentrations on the basis of which the level of contamination was established, which was subsequently confirmed and justified by the loading of these parameters in the sediment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The profile of today's consumer is increasingly building on a healthy lifestyle, as he seeks to acquire products which contain natural substances beneficial to human body that come from different sources, both of animal and vegetable origin. These sources also include medicinal plants. The purpose of this research is to analyze the consumer's perception on the consumption of medicinal plants and the consumer's preferences regarding their acquisition puropses for using them. In order to achieve the proposed objectives, a survey based on a questionnaire was carried out, thus beeing collected the answers from a sample of 100 people located in Bistrita Nasaud. The questionnaire was structured into two parts, the first one containing questions about the knowledge and consumption degree of medicinal herbs, while the second one contained questions regarding the respondents profile. The information obtained based on the 20 questions provided in the questionnaire was procesed and rendered into graphics by using the Excel aplication and analyzed by using IBM SPSS Statistics v.22, depending on the complexity of the questions. The obtained results revealed specific particularities regarding the consumption and preception of locals from Bistrita Nasaud on medicinal plants. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Habitat conditions for Cervus Elaphus on the northern slope of the Gurghiu Mountains are described under geomorphological, geological, hydrological, climatological, edaphic and vegetation aspects, consulting the "General study of OS Lunca Bradului", "UP III Neagra, UP IV Salard, UP VI Gudea", from O.S. Lunca Bradului, developed by ICAS Bistrita, 2010. As a result of this presentation it can be concluded that the ecological requirements of the species Cervus elaphus are met at a high level, which favors the existence of vigorous populations of this species. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

An aphrodisiac is a substance that increases sexual desire when consumed. The name comes from "Aphrodite", the Greek goddess of love. Sexual health and function has been universally recognized as a vital component of a normal and healthy lifestyle. Sexual dysfunction (SD), especially erectile dysfunction (ED) is a serious public health problem that affects the sexual life of millions of men worldwide. Erectile dysfunction (ED) is defined as the repeated inability to get or keep an erection firm enough for sexual intercourse. Treatment of ED involves many natural aphrodisiac potentials. This review discusses about aphrodisiac potential of Vanda Tessellata, an epiphytic orchid, and other medicinal plants, which are helpful for researchers to develop new herbal aphrodisiac formulations. In the recent years, there is a progressively increased interest to develop novel herbal drugs for treating sexual dysfunction, particularly erectile dysfunction. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Initially, data were statistically processed and interpreted from 15 Cervus elaphus specimens. As such, the 15 specimens analyzed were shot within the approved quota, broken down by trophies and selection specimens, hence a minimum of 122 cm and a maximum of 167 cm were established for body length, as well as a minimum of 200 kg and a maximum of 275 kg for the weight measured during the rutting period. Therefore, it can be observed, for the most part, that they fit within the intervals cited by literature. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The sheep rearing occupies a traditional place in Romanian animal production. In actual context of promoting sustainable development and need to face the climatic changes, this sector must evolve in an appropriate manner. This study aims to emphasize the characteristics of Turcana breed developmental body traits (full length, withers height, thorax perimeter, body weight, ear length, and tail length), function of the rearing environment, characterized by temperature and rainfall regimen, in North, and East Romania. The climatic data were collected by a 7 years interval, from public reports. We used the program STATISTICA v.8.0 for Windows. The majority of body developmental traits of Turcana sheep (full length -135.20 cm, withers heigth - 83.03 cm, ear length - 13.12 cm, and tail length - 41.96), recorded biggest values in individuals studied in Suceava County, and smallest (full length -127.95 cm, body weigth - 55.75 kg, ear length - 9.35 cm, and tail length - 32.23) in individuals from Brăila County. The biggest body development expressed by analyzed body traits is emphasized in Tircana sheep stocks studied in North Romania, compared to East Romania, except thorax perimeter. Moderate correlations are identified between Turcana sheep full length (R = 0.480), and withers heigth (R = 0.424), environmental temperature, and precipitations in studied areal. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Our trial was conducted with the aim of emphasizing the influence of environmental factors acting as potential stressors upon donkey milk nutritional traits, within specific climatic conditions of North-West Romania. Milk from fifty jennies from four private farms, in different stages of lactation, from first up to the fifth, weekly collected during a three months period, February-April 2016, was qualitatively and quantitatively evaluated. In experimental areal, temperature, humidity, and wind velocity, were daily recorded. The average temperature of the experimental period (4.95°C±0.19°C) is with 0.8°C bigger compared to the average temperature of the experimental areal in 2010, suggesting the increase of the heat stress upon donkey milk production traits. Donkey milk content in lactose and fat, together with milk pH, increase from first to fifth lactation, while water and protein content decrease. We may consider the lack of correlations between donkey milk pH and fat content, and also between fat and lactose. Positive significant moderate correlations are identified between donkey milk lactose and protein, and also between lactose, protein, and donkey milk pH. Between fat and donkey milk water content, negative significant moderate correlation is identified. Temperature, humidity, and wind velocity have strong influence upon donkey milk fat, protein and water content, and moderate on donkey milk pH, and lactose. This study emphasizes the necessity of adopting suitable managerial practices in donkey rearing facilities, where the farmer is interested in valuating donkey milk. This assertion is based on the increasing of the temperature in the experimental areal, compared to the same period of the previous years, taking into account the negative influence of the heat stress on donkey milk quality. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Although there were many attempts of the local breeders to create a first Romanian Rabbit breed during the last century, they failed to finish it. Before the 2000's Romania had no certified rabbit breed. All three rabbit breeds produced and certified in Romania so far have been recently created and consolidated: the Transylvanian Giant Rabbit, the Rabbit of Cluj, and the Szekler Rabbit. These three breeds were certified by the National Livestock Production Agency in 2016 and, having in view the present EU legislation, it is debatable if the forms of "homologation" according to the old Romanian legislation are necessary as long as the term "breed homologation" does not exist in the EU legislation. The previous experiences of livestock conservation showed us that large number of breeds and relatively low numbers of breeders can produce populational bottleneck in some breeds, followed by decline and extinction. Therefore, in our opinion three native rabbit breeds are enough for the Romanian rabbit breeders carrying capacity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]