Effect of molasses-urea-block (MUB) on dry matter intake, growth, reproductive performance and control of gastrointestinal nematode infection of grazing Menz ram lambs

Anindo, D.O.; Toe, F.; Tembely, S.; Mukasa-Mugerwa, E.; Lahlou-Kassi, A.; Sovani, S.

doi:10.1016/s0921-4488(97)00032-1

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“…The significantly higher (P<0.05) body weight gains registered by T4 and T2 as compared to T1 agree with the finding of Aganga et al (2005) where 3.88 kg heavier body weight and 91.7 g daily gain were recorded from MUB supplemented Tswana sheep as compared with non-supplemented Tswana sheep. Anindo et al (1998) observed that Menz rams supplemented with MUB were 4 kg heavier than control rams (25.7 ± 0.5 versus 21.7 ± 0.5 kg, P < 0.05) after 6 months in agreement with the current finding.…”

Section: Growth Rate Of Experimental Sheepsupporting

confidence: 92%

“…Sheep in T2, T3 and T4 scored moderate body condition according the body condition scoring guidance/manual given by Gatenby (2002) and Richard and Church (1998). Even if, the body condition of supplemented sheep was improved, it was lower than the body condition scored of Menz rams supplemented with MUB (Anindo et al, 1998) most likely due to different breed of animal used, different block quality and different location. The body condition of the animals reflect the proportion of body fat and muscles of carcasses and it is a more reliable indicator of animal`s nutritional status (ILCA, 2003).…”

Section: Growth Rate Of Experimental Sheepmentioning

confidence: 91%

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Effect of supplementing grazing Arsi-Bale sheep with molasses-urea feed block on weight gain and economic return under farmers management condition

Geleta¹

2013

J. Cell Anim. Biol.

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Sheep fattening with Molasses-urea feed block (MUB) was undertaken in Adami Tulu Jido Kombolcha District at Aneno and Arba villages for 87 days during both dry (from 22 March to 17 June) and during wet season (from 19 August to 10 November, 2009). A study was conducted to determine the performance and profitability obtained from MUB supplemented grazing sheep. Molasses, urea, wheat bran, finely ground haricot bean haulm, salt, and bindinder (cement and termite mould) were used as ingredients to produce three different MUBs; Treatment two (T2), Treatment three (T3) and Treatment four (T4) with 17.72, 20.96 and 24.6% CP, respectively. Six sheep were randomly allotted to each of T1, T2, T3 and T4 during both dry and wet seasons at each village. Sheep in T4 had higher overall average daily weight gain (ADWG) (74.8 ± 11.13 g/head/day followed by T2, T3 and T1 (72.88 ± 9.27, 58.5 ± 12.98 and 33.67 ± 3.03) g/head/day, respectively. Over all total body weight gain (TBWG) of T4 was higher (6.26 ± 0.53) kg, followed by T2, T3 and T1 (6.13 ± 0.46, 4.92 ± 0.64 and 2.83 ± 0.39) kg, respectively. Differences (P<0.05) between control (T1) and T4; between T3 and T4, between T1 and T2, between T3 and T2 in overall ADWG and TBWG were significant (P<0.05) but differences between T1 and T3, between T2 and T4; not significant (P>0.05). ADWG (67.96 ± 10.31) g/head/day and TBWG (5.91 ± 0.87) kg of sheep at Aneno village was significantly (P<0.05) higher than the ADWG (51.79 ± 9.41) g/head /day and TBWG (4.51 ± 0.75) kg of sheep at Arba village. Significant difference (P<0.05) in ADWG and TBWG was observed between seasons with the higher gain during wet season (67.33 ± 11.43) g/head/day growth rate and 5.86 ± 0.43 kg total weight gain as compared to dry season (52.07 ± 8.3) g/head/day growth rate and 4.53 ± 0.39 kg total weight gain. The interaction of season by village was not significantly influenced both ADWG and TBWG of sheep. Marginal rate of return of T2 is higher (123.46) followed by T3.77.16) and T4 (65.64). From the biological and economic data analysis, we can conclude and recommend that MUB with 17.72% CP could be used as supplement for sheep fattening in mid rift valley of Ethiopia.

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Section: Growth Rate Of Experimental Sheepsupporting

confidence: 92%

Section: Growth Rate Of Experimental Sheepmentioning

confidence: 91%

Effect of supplementing grazing Arsi-Bale sheep with molasses-urea feed block on weight gain and economic return under farmers management condition

Geleta¹

2013

J. Cell Anim. Biol.

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“…But, the supplementation of UMMB increased the intake of other fodder viz., hybrid Bajra-Napier (CO-3) and dry fodder compared to concentrate feed supplemented group. Beneficial effect of molasses urea blocks in increasing the DMI where there is concomitant increase in herbage digestibility has been reported earlier (Anindo et al, 1998). In contrast, intake of concentrate feed reduced the consumption of roughages (Fahmy et al, 1992).…”

Section: Results and Discussion Body Weightmentioning

confidence: 56%

Effect of concentrate and urea molasses mineral block (UMMB) supplementation on the growth and feed consumption of Mecheri lambs under intensive rearing

Muralidharan

Thiruvenkadan

Saravanakumar

2016

IJAR

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An experiment was conducted to study the effects of concentrate and urea molasses mineral block (UMMB) supplementation on sheep under intensive system of rearing. Eight weaned Mecheri ram lambs were reared under concentrate (T 1 ) and UMMB (T 2 ) supplementation for 150 days. There was no significant difference between the groups in final body weight at the end of growth trial. Cumulative DMI was significantly higher (P < 0.01) in T 1 group than T 2 but, the supplementation of UMMB increased the intake of other fodders. Cumulative body weight gain was significantly higher (P < 0.05) in T 1 group in 5 months of the feeding experiment. Cumulative FCR was significantly higher (P < 0.05) in T 1 group in 0 to 60 and 0 to 90 days period and there after the difference was not significant. Cumulative per cent feed efficiency was better in T 1 group at 0 to 90 days and 0 to 150 days of the experiment. It was concluded that UMMB could be used as a versatile non protein nitrogenous supplement to replace concentrate feed for intensively reared Mecheri sheep.Key words: Concentrate feed, Growth, Intensive rearing, Mecheri lambs, UMMB supplementation. INRODUCTIONDecreasing grazing lands and low productivity of animals, coupled with irregular pattern of rainfall are the important factors affecting the profit of sheep rearing. Because of these reasons, intensive rearing and grazing with supplementation are nowadays tried by the farmers in sheep production. Intensive system of rearing is recommended to farmers with cultivable land and places with limited scope for grazing animals. Shortage of fodder and their poor nutritive value could be tackled to some extent by way of supplementation with concentrate feed or any other feed supplements. But these supplements are usually costly.Use of non protein nitrogenous (NPN) substances like urea has been tried widely to replace the costly source of proteins in ruminant diet. Urea Molasses Mineral Block (UMMB) is made by combining urea, molasses and minerals in a form that can be used for feeding of animals and it has been used successfully in cattle (Sansoucy, 1995 andGarg et al. 1998). In some countries, UMMB have also been tried in diets of small ruminants (Aquino et al., 1998 andForsberg et al., 2002). In India studies on supplementation of UMMB for small ruminants are limited. Hence, the present study was conducted to find out the effect of concentrate and Urea Molasses Mineral Block supplementation on the growth and feed consumption of Mecheri lambs for mutton production under intensive system of rearing. MATERIALS AND METHODSA growth trial was conducted with 16 main season Mecheri ram lambs and the animals were randomly divided into two groups of eight animals each. Ram lambs selected were in the age group of 2 to 4 months with average body weight of 9.8 kg and were weaned and accustomed to concentrate feeding. First treatment group was reared under intensive rearing with concentrate supplementation (T 1 ) and second group under intensive rearing with UMMB supplementation (T ...

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“…The blocks have a consistency (hardness) and a structure capable of resisting atmospheric agents so that the organoleptic and nutritive characteristics are not altered. Blocks are feeds which supplement forage, well known as a vehicle for supplying energy, proteins, minerals and vitamin to ruminants, where appropriate and with all limitations provided by law, also drugs [ 73 ]. The possibility of being able to modify the inclusion percentages of the individual components is certainly a fundamental characteristic of a block: in this way, it is possible to adapt the feed block to the type of animal (cattle, buffaloes, sheep, goats, horses and also pigs) or to a single production phase.…”

Section: Molasses In Urea-blocksmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Very similar considerations can be made for fattening beef cattle; the constant and prolonged intake of urea nitrogen and easily fermented sugars enhance the fiber utilization at the ruminal level. This reflects positively on ingestion and on the consumption of low-quality forage and positively affects daily weight gains and feed conversion rates [ 73 , 78 ].…”

Section: Molasses In Urea-blocksmentioning

confidence: 99%

A Review Regarding the Use of Molasses in Animal Nutrition

Mordenti

Giaretta

Campidonico

et al. 2021

Animals

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In the past fifty years, agriculture, and particularly livestock production, has become more resource-intensive, with negative implications regarding world environmental status. Currently, the circular economy 3R principles (to reduce, reuse and recycle materials) can offer many opportunities for the agri-food industry to become more resource-efficient. The closed-loop agri-food supply chain has the great potential of reducing environmental and economic costs, which result from food waste disposal. To meet these principles, the use of crop byproducts, such as molasses, in animal nutrition improves the nutritive value of coarse and poorly desired feedstuff, which could present a real opportunity. The aims of this study were to summarize the possible applications of molasses for animal nutrition, to improve hay and silage quality for beef and dairy cattle, to enhance industrial byproduct values using liquid feed in swine production, and to improve extensive livestock production with feed blocks. The study focused on both feed characteristics, based on molasses, and on ruminal fermentation of its carbohydrates; the techniques of the production, conservation and administration of molasses to animals have been widely described as being capable of positively influencing animal performance, milk and meat quality.

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Effect of molasses-urea-block (MUB) on dry matter intake, growth, reproductive performance and control of gastrointestinal nematode infection of grazing Menz ram lambs

Cited by 22 publications

References 24 publications

Effect of supplementing grazing Arsi-Bale sheep with molasses-urea feed block on weight gain and economic return under farmers management condition

Effect of supplementing grazing Arsi-Bale sheep with molasses-urea feed block on weight gain and economic return under farmers management condition

Effect of concentrate and urea molasses mineral block (UMMB) supplementation on the growth and feed consumption of Mecheri lambs under intensive rearing

A Review Regarding the Use of Molasses in Animal Nutrition

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