Calcium and Phosphorus Digestibility in Broiler Feed Ingredients
Author Information
Author(s): Venter Kyle Marcus, Angel Roselina, Fourie Jamie, Plumstead Peter William, Li Wenting, Enting Henk, Dersjant-Li Yueming, Jansen van Rensburg Christine
Primary Institution: University of Pretoria
Hypothesis
This study aims to determine the standardized ileal digestibility (SID) of calcium and phosphorus from various plant-based feed ingredients with and without phytase supplementation.
Conclusion
The study provides standardized digestibility values for calcium and phosphorus from selected feed ingredients, highlighting the importance of phytase in improving nutrient availability.
Supporting Evidence
- The study found that phytase supplementation significantly improved calcium and phosphorus digestibility across all feed ingredients.
- Different feed ingredients showed varying levels of calcium and phosphorus digestibility, indicating the need for ingredient-specific formulations.
- Calcium digestibility was higher in wheat and full-fat soybean meal compared to corn and sorghum.
Takeaway
This study helps us understand how much calcium and phosphorus chickens can actually use from their food, which can make their diets healthier and more efficient.
Methodology
Two experiments were conducted using factorial designs to evaluate the digestibility of calcium and phosphorus from various feed ingredients with different levels of limestone and phytase.
Limitations
The study primarily focuses on specific plant-based feed ingredients, which may limit the generalizability of the findings to other ingredients.
Participant Demographics
Ross 308 male broilers
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.01
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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