Abstract:Chemical castration has been an alternative to reduce costs for producers and improve animal welfare. The clove (Eugenia caryophyllata) has several therapeutic potentials, among which there are reports of sterilizing potential. The aim of this study was to evaluate the potential sterilizing effect of clove (Eugenia caryophyllata) essential oil in pigs, in order to reduce costs to producers while at the same time following animal welfare guidelines. Twenty pigs were randomly selected and divided into four equal… Show more
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