Potential of Moringa oleifera L. as livestock fodder crop: a review

Nouman, Wasif; Basra, Shahzad Maqsood Ahmed; Siddiqui, M.T.H.

doi:10.3906/tar-1211-66

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“…Although the foreign origin of the species is not in doubt and has even been recognized through some of the names like Okwe-oyibo, Odudu-oyibo or Okwe-bekee (foreign tree) in Igbo language, it obviously has been indigenized in many parts of Nigeria. Two factors may have worked in favour of this indigenization, namely; the usefulness of this species as highlighted in this study as well as its ability to thrive under a wide range of conditions (Nouman et al, 2013).…”

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“…Originating in India, Pakistan and the surrounding regions, it is now being cultivated in many parts of Africa, Asia and other tropical areas (Fahey, 2005). Although the tolerance of the plant to a wide range of ecological conditions (Nouman et al, 2013) is likely behind its fast and wide spread, the usefulness of the plant could also partially account for this.…”

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Utilization Potentials of <i>Moringa oleifera</i> in Nigeria: A Preliminary Assessment

Stevens

Ugese²,

Baiyeri

2015

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A survey on the utilization potentials of Moringa oleifera in Nigeria was conducted in 2011. The survey involved 14 states (including the Federal Capital Territory) across the five agroecological zones. The 14 States were Borno, Kano, Adamawa, Kebbi, Kaduna, Niger, Nassarawa, Abuja (F.C.T), Kogi, Benue, Kwara, Oyo, Enugu and Anambra. A semi-structured questionnaire and field visits were adopted in this study while a multistage random sampling technique was used in selecting the respondents. The survey found more than 25 local names of Moringa oleifera in Nigeria. Widespread utilization of Moringa as food was observed with its use as vegetable in soup, as salad or herbal tea having particularly high scores. There was low awareness of Moringa oleifera as a domestic cleansing agent although about 30% of respondents used it in domestic water clarification. The species has high ethno-medicinal value, addressing close to 20 conditions including typhoid and malaria fever (78.7%), ear infection (71.8%), eye infection (66.9%), lowering of blood sugar (diabetes mellitus) (65.2%) and blood pressure (64.7%). It is evident that this important species is still underutilized in Nigeria and more efforts are required for a fuller exploitation of its rich potentials.

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Utilization Potentials of <i>Moringa oleifera</i> in Nigeria: A Preliminary Assessment

Stevens

Ugese²,

Baiyeri

2015

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“…Moringa leaves is a good alternative for fodder crops, especially in the dry season when no fodder is available (Nouman at al., 2013). The biomass production is 4.2-8.2 tons DM/ha and is a good alternative for substituting commercial ration for livestock (Nouman at al., 2014) and a good feed additive (Fitri et al, 2015). The leaves of this plant are rich in nutritive values.…”

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Improving Libido and Sperm Quality of Bali Bulls by Supplementation of Moringa oleifera Leaves

Syarifuddin¹,

Toleng²,

Rahardja³

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Moringa oleifera (Moringa) leaves contain high levels of nutrient that can be utilized as a feed supplement to increase libido and semen quality. This study was aimed to evaluate the effect of Moringa leaves supplementation on libido and sperm quality of Bali bulls. This study used two-sample t-test on four Bali bulls were kept under individual pens for two periods of eight weeks. During the first period (control), the experimental Bali bulls were fed concentrates (1% of body weight) and rice straw ad libitum. During the second period, the experimental Bali bulls were fed similar to the first period with an additional of Moringa leaves 15% of the weight of the concentrate (treatments). Libido and sperm quality were measured twice a week. Plasma samples were taken three times a day (06:00, 14:00, and 22:00h) on the last day of each period. Plasma testosterone concentrations were analyzed by using ELISA techniques. Variables measured were compared using paired student's t-test.

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“…While for other types of MO leaves contain either essential or non-essential AAs within the value range reported by many investigators (Zaku, Emmanuel, Tukur, & Kabir, 2015;Mbailao, Mianpereum, & Albert, 2014;Nouman et al, 2014).…”

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“…There was evidence demonstrated by Rahardja, Fattah, & Toleng (2010) that reproductive performance improved in beefi cattle given MO in the diet. For this reason it is not surprising if MO has been used widely for human and livestock nutrition due to its uniqueness of nutrient composition that satisfy the most requirement of essential nutrients (Price, 2007), such as essential amino acids, minerals and other antioxidant compounds (Nouman et al, 2014). According to Ali (2014) altough MO contains phenolic acids (gallic, chlorogenic, ellagic and ferulic acid) and flavonoids (kaempferol, quercetin and rutin) there is no evidence of harmful effect of feeding MO reported in the literature.…”

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Genetic Diversity Evaluation of Moringa oleifera, Lam from East Flores Regency Using Marker Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA (RAPD) and Its Relationship to Chemical Composition and In Vitro Gas Production

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The research objective was to evaluate the genetic diversity of Moringa oleifera, Lam (MO) and its relationship to chemical composition and in vitro gas production (IVGP). Fresh MO leaves were kept frozen in ice gels pack until laboratory analysis. Four methods applied: RAPD marker for measuring DNA concentration and purification; Kjeldhal and HPLC for analysing proximate and amino acid (AA) composition; and IVGP. MO's four distinct morphology found: green, red, reddish green and aromatic green. RAPD result analysis was 68.8-74.7 %, it means those MO had a close genetic similarity. The morphological differences are also related to leaves chemical composition variation. The highest protein and AAs content were found in aromatic green MO. Total IVGP at 96 hours reached 95.9, 99.3, 111, 115 mL per 500 mg DM in aromatic green, green, reddish green, red MO, respectively and statistically among those was highly significant difference (P<0.01). However, DM and OM digestibility did not differ significantly and estimated ME contents were similar suggesting MO leaves had sufficient fermentable nitrogen amount required to ensure rumen microbes normal activities. Conclusively, those MO has a close genetic relationship but the aromatic green MO more beneficial due its higher content of crude protein and AAs.

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Potential of Moringa oleifera L. as livestock fodder crop: a review

Cited by 149 publications

References 70 publications

Utilization Potentials of <i>Moringa oleifera</i> in Nigeria: A Preliminary Assessment

Utilization Potentials of <i>Moringa oleifera</i> in Nigeria: A Preliminary Assessment

Improving Libido and Sperm Quality of Bali Bulls by Supplementation of Moringa oleifera Leaves

Genetic Diversity Evaluation of Moringa oleifera, Lam from East Flores Regency Using Marker Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA (RAPD) and Its Relationship to Chemical Composition and In Vitro Gas Production

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