Use of Moringa Oleifera in Poultry and Ruminant Nutrition

Authors

  • Tugay Ayasan Eastern Mediterranean Agricultural Research Institute, Adana

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24925/turjaf.v3i6.425-429.327

Keywords:

Broiler, Laying hens, Moringa oleifera, Nutrition, Ruminant

Abstract

The poultry industry in the developing countries is facing some challenges, one of which is an increase in the cost of feed because of high prices of protein and energy sources. Moringa oleifera is a rich source of protein and crude fiber content. The crude protein (CP) content of Moringa ranges from 7.12 to 39.17%. Negligible content of tannins and other anti-nutritive compounds and offers an alternative source of protein to ruminants and non-ruminants. Although rich in nutrients such as protein and minerals, Moringa oleifera is one of those plants that have not been studied for many years. In addition, they are also faced with the problem of the development of antibiotic resistant pathogens due to unwise and excessive use of antibiotics. In this paper, feeding studies made on the Moringa oleifera used in nutrition of poultry and ruminant species have been reviewed.

Author Biography

Tugay Ayasan, Eastern Mediterranean Agricultural Research Institute, Adana

Yemler ve Hay. Besl. Bölüm Bsk

Published

24.03.2015

How to Cite

Ayasan, T. (2015). Use of Moringa Oleifera in Poultry and Ruminant Nutrition. Turkish Journal of Agriculture - Food Science and Technology, 3(6), 425–429. https://doi.org/10.24925/turjaf.v3i6.425-429.327

Issue

Section

Animal Production