Effects of Bacillus subtilis KG109 on Broiler Growth and Health
Author Information
Author(s): Chen Hong, Liu Weixin, Zhang Hao, Yan Yibo, Chen Meiqi, Ding Xiaoling, Zhang Cheng, Jiang Runsheng, Wang Zaigui, Scanes Colin G
Primary Institution: Anhui Agricultural University
Hypothesis
How do different doses of Bacillus subtilis KG109 powder affect the growth performance and health indicators of broilers?
Conclusion
Adding Bacillus subtilis KG109 to broiler diets significantly improves growth performance, carcass quality, and health indicators.
Supporting Evidence
- Adding Bacillus subtilis KG109 improves feed conversion ratio in broilers.
- Broilers receiving Bacillus subtilis showed better carcass quality.
- Serum biochemical indexes improved with Bacillus subtilis supplementation.
- Intestinal morphology was enhanced in broilers fed with Bacillus subtilis.
- Serum antioxidant capacity increased in the treatment groups.
Takeaway
This study shows that adding a specific probiotic to chicken feed helps them grow better and stay healthier.
Methodology
400 one-day-old broiler chicks were divided into four groups and fed different doses of Bacillus subtilis KG109 for 52 days.
Participant Demographics
400 one-day-old hybrid broiler chicks, half males and half females.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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