Effects of Fructus Aurantii Extract on Pigs
Author Information
Author(s): Gan Haiqing, Lin Qian, Xiao Yecheng, Tian Qiyu, Deng Chao, Xie Renjie, Li Hongkun, Ouyang Jiajie, Huang Xingguo, Shan Yang, Chen Fengming
Primary Institution: Hunan Agricultural Product Processing Institute, Hunan Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Changsha, China
Hypothesis
Does Fructus Aurantii extract improve growth performance and nutrient digestibility in finishing pigs?
Conclusion
Fructus Aurantii extract enhances growth performance by increasing beneficial bacteria in feces and improving nutrient digestibility.
Supporting Evidence
- FAE supplementation increased final body weight in pigs.
- Apparent digestibility of nutrients was significantly higher with FAE.
- Serum levels of beneficial hormones increased with FAE supplementation.
Takeaway
Adding Fructus Aurantii extract to pig food helps them grow better and digest their food more efficiently.
Methodology
The study involved 75 pigs divided into three groups, with one group receiving a diet supplemented with Fructus Aurantii extract.
Participant Demographics
Duroc × Landrace × Yorkshire pigs, evenly divided by sex, with an initial body weight of 79.49 ± 4.27 kg.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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