Phytogenic and Phytochemical as Alternative Feed Additives for Animal Production

Editors: Youssef A. Attia¹, Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack², Mahmoud M. Alagawany³, Asmaa Sh. Elnaggar⁴
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¹ Sustainable Agriculture Production Research Group Agriculture Department, Faculty of Environmental Sciences King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah-21589 Saudi Arabia,⋅Animal and Poultry Production Department Faculty of Agriculture, Damanhour University Damanhour-22713, Egypt ² Poultry Department, Faculty of Agriculture Zagazig University, Zagazig-44519 Egypt ³ Poultry Department, Faculty of Agriculture Zagazig University, Zagazig-44511 Egypt ⁴ Animal and Poultry Production Department Faculty of Agriculture, Damanhour University Damanhour-22713, Egypt
Format: EPUB+ZIP , PDF
Publication Date: March 2025
Edition: 1
Language: English
Hardbound ISBN: 9789815322774
ePDF ISBN: 9789815322767
ePUB ISBN: 9789815322767
DOI: https://doi.org/10.2174/97898153227671250101

Abstract

Phytogenic and Phytochemical as Alternative Feed Additives for Animal Production explores the use of plant-derived compounds as innovative feed additives to enhance animal health and productivity. With growing concerns over antibiotic resistance and the ban on antibiotics as growth promoters, this book highlights phytogenic feed additives (PFAs) such as essential oils, flavonoids, and saponins as sustainable and effective alternatives.

The book covers various PFAs, including thyme, turmeric, milk thistle, rosemary, bee pollen, and propolis, and their roles in improving growth rates, gut health, immunity, and product quality while mitigating environmental and health risks. The book also provides practical insights for the livestock industry and food sectors to enhance animal well-being and food safety.

Key Features:

- Reviews the latest research on natural PFAs.

- Highlights their antioxidant, antimicrobial, and growth-promoting properties.

- Provides practical applications for sustainable livestock production.