Using Probiotics to Improve Egg Quality and Health in Laying Hens
Author Information
Author(s): Wang Yan, Zhang Chaosheng, Chen Xing, Zheng Aijuan, Liu Guohua, Ren Ying, Chen Zhimin
Primary Institution: Hubei Key Laboratory of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, Wuhan Polytechnic University, Wuhan, China
Hypothesis
The supplementation of compound probiotics to the diets of laying hens is effective.
Conclusion
Supplementation of compound probiotics can enhance the performance and egg quality of laying hens by improving their metabolism and intestinal health.
Supporting Evidence
- The laying rate and average egg weight were significantly higher in the treatment group.
- The feed-to-egg ratio was significantly lower in the treatment group.
- Serum cholesterol and triglyceride levels were significantly reduced in the treatment group.
- Intestinal morphology improved with reduced crypt depth and increased villus height to crypt depth ratio.
Takeaway
Giving special probiotics to hens helps them lay more eggs and makes the eggs better quality.
Methodology
180 laying hens were divided into control and treatment groups, with the treatment group receiving a diet supplemented with probiotics for 52 days.
Participant Demographics
200-day-old Hyline Brown laying hens
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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