Role of Moringa Olifera Leaf Meal on the Growth Performance of Poultry/African Catfish–A Review

Abstract

Moringa oleifera commonly referred to as the drumstick tree is a plant from the Moringaceae family. It is a medicinal plant that was found to be loaded with different bioactive chemicals or secondary metabolites such as vitamins, minerals, saponins, alkaloids, flavonoids and carotenoids etc, which are involved in enhancing a long term health benefits. M. olifera is among the most promising species based on their high antioxidant activity, high contents of micro-nutrients, processing properties, ease of growing, and also on palatability, stability and shelf life of animal products. It has a relatively high protein content which varies from 24%-32%, the leaves are used as a food source for humans and a dry season feed for animals because of the nutrient contents it contains. It has been traditionally used in the treatment of many ailments throughout the world and has been scientifically proven to act as anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, anticancer, antiulcer, analgesics and antiepileptic drug. With the increasing popularity on the usage of Moringa olifera in the diets of animals and the positive impact recorded, this review is a collection of different works by authors on using Moringa olifera in poultry and African catfish (Clarias gariepinus).

Sclerocarya birrea caffra nut meal as a substitute to soyabean meal: Effects on growth performance, feed intake and utilisation and viscera macromorphometry of blue-helmeted guinea fowl

“…Additionally and interestingly, the lipid profile of lipid-rich broiler chicken diets, has been shown to mirror the adipose tissue of the chicken ( Wang, Kim, Cline & Gilbert, 2017 ; Zollitsch, Knaus, Aichinger & Lettner, 1997 ) which (adipose tissue) accretion can impact body mass. Moringa oleifera leaf meal ( Alagbe, 2019 ) and Baobab seed meal contain coarse fibre ( Svihus, 2014 ): use of these meals as dietary components in poultry diets positively impacts poultry performance by improving digestion and nutrient absorption ( Alagbe, 2017 ; Gunya, 2016 ; Nkukwana et al., 2014 ). Our findings show that dietary MNM had no effect on the GIT (proventriculus, ventriculus, small and large intestines, caeca) and GIT accessory organ (liver and pancreas) masses as well as the lengths of the small and large intestines of the GF suggesting that the MNM neither compromised nor improved GIT accessory organs growth, development, and digestive function.…”

Effect of Doun Palm Mesocarp Meal (Hyphaene Thebaica) As Partial Replacement for Maize on Growth Performance and Haematological Indices of Weaned Pigs

“…The haemoglobin values indicate that the replacement of doum palm pulp meal in pig diets was nutritionally sufficient, thus preventing parasitic infections and damage of vital organs such as liver and kidney [26]. Decrease in the production of red blood cells could be as a result of renal disorders, chronic inflammatory disease, bone marrow disorders and nutritional deficiency [27].…”

Locals’ Perception on Catfish Farming Cultivation to Prevent Stunting

“…They also need to consider location. Ponds located under trees with fragile leaves are not recommended (Alagbe, 2019). Also, they need to consider the surrounding land whether it is unused or marginal when deciding where to place their pool.…”