Editorial: The Use of Phytogenic Feed Additives to Enhance Productivity and Health in Ruminants
Ahmed E. Kholif, Uchenna Y. Anele, Amlan Kumar Patra, Zora Váradyová
Abstract
Plant secondary metabolites (PSM) are biologically active compounds which can exert beneficial effects on ruminal fermentation, feed digestion, health, and productivity (1, 2). Due to their antimicrobial effects against undesirable ruminal bacteria, protozoa, and methanogens, PSM can serve as alternatives to antibiotic feed additives in ruminant production (1, 2). The special issue (12 articles: 9 research papers and 3 review articles) provides recent insights on new phytochemicals with potent activities, mechanisms of action, their synergistic effects, and interactions with other compounds.
Topics & Concepts
ProductivityAnimal healthBiotechnologyBusinessBiologyAnimal scienceEconomic growthEconomicsRabbits: Nutrition, Reproduction, HealthRuminant Nutrition and Digestive PhysiologyEffects of Environmental Stressors on Livestock