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Microalgae: a unique source of poultry feed protein

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This chapter reviews effects of supplemental full- or de-fatted microalgal biomass in diets for broiler chickens, laying hens, and other types of poultry on their production performance, meat and e...
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This chapter reviews effects of supplemental full- or de-fatted microalgal biomass in diets for broiler chickens, laying hens, and other types of poultry on their production performance, meat and egg qualities, nutrient metabolism, and molecular responses. Different sources of microalgal biomass have shown excellent potential to replace a good amount of SBM and(or) corn without adverse effects. Meanwhile, microalgae are used to enrich chicken meat and eggs with n3-polyunsaturated fatty acids and bioactive phytochemicals for adding human health-promoting values to these animal products. The dual application of microalgae for producing biofuels and replacing conventional feed protein stands as propitious mediator to reshape the junction between intensifying animal agriculture and meeting the global needs for energy, food, and environmental sustainability.
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Price: £25.00
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
Imprint: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
Series: Burleigh Dodds Series in Agricultural Science
Publication Date: 13 September 2021
ISBN: 9781801462662
Format: eBook
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Fisheries & Aquaculture, Phycology (algae and seaweed), TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Agriculture / Sustainable Agriculture, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Agriculture / Animal Husbandry, Sustainable agriculture, Aquaculture and fish-farming

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  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Nutrient composition of microalgae as alternative feed protein and bioactive nutrient sources
  • 3 Effects and values of microalgae as a supplement in broiler diets
  • 4 Effects and values of microalgae as a supplement in laying hen diets
  • 5 Potential of microalgae as a supplement in diets for other poultry species
  • 6 Conclusion and future trends
  • 7 Where to look for further information
  • 8 References