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Vol. 5, Issue 4, Part A (2020)

A review on recent advances in uses of organic acids in poultry production

Author(s): Bansod AP, Kolaskar AG, Dr. Abhilash D Jadhao, Dr. Pratik R Jadhav, Dr. Sagar R Surjagade and Morkhade SJ
Abstract: The use of organic acids in poultry production is increasing day by day due to its beneficial effect. This review explain the effect of organic acids on the performance, gut health, nutrient digestibility, egg production, Carcass, biochemical and haematological status of birds. Due to demand of meat and eggs, production should be increased so antibiotics were used to prevent birds from diseases. Antibiotics use in poultry production is prohibited since 2012. Therefore, search for its alternative was start and essential oil, probiotics and organic acids give good results. Organic acids act as antifungal and anticoccidial agent which inhibit growth of pathogenic organisms and increase the digestibility. Organic acids in proper dose rate improve growth, health status and decrease mortality.
Pages: 26-30  |  846 Views  39 Downloads
How to cite this article:
Bansod AP, Kolaskar AG, Dr. Abhilash D Jadhao, Dr. Pratik R Jadhav, Dr. Sagar R Surjagade, Morkhade SJ. A review on recent advances in uses of organic acids in poultry production. Int J Vet Sci Anim Husbandry 2020;5(4):26-30.
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