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<i>Aspergillus</i> -fermented agro-industrial byproducts as dietary ingredients for weaned rabbits: effects on performance, digestibility, and health indicators

Abstract

0.05), whereas unfermented AIBPs supported compensatory growth at 10-14 weeks. Fermentation enhanced nutrient digestibility but did not alter haematological and serum indices. Carcass yield was higher with fermented AIBPs, while similar prime cut yields were comparable to unfermented AIBPs. Rabbits fed unfermented AIBPs had heavier small intestines, greater villus development and higher microbial counts. It was concluded that agro-industrial by-products are valuable feed resources for rabbits, and microbial fermentation can further enhance their nutritional and functional properties for early post-weaning rabbits.

Research topics

  • Rabbits: Nutrition, Reproduction, Health
  • Animal Nutrition and Physiology
  • Veterinary Medicine and Surgery

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DOI: 10.1080/1745039x.2025.2606083

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