Comparative Analysis Of Amo Breed Of Broiler Birds Fed With Commercial And Self Formulated Feed

Scientific Study , 2015 , 30 Pages

Agrarian Studies

This study is aimed at comparing the effect of commercial and formulated feed on Amo breed of broilers. A comparative analysis of commercial and formulated feed on Amo breed of broiler was carried out.

The term “poultry” used in agriculture generally refers to all domesticated birds kept for eggs or meat production. These include chickens, (domesticated fowl) turkey, ducks, geese, pigeons, guinea fowl and other birds.

The most common of all these in Nigeria is the domestic fowl. Sometime the term “poultry” is considered synonymous with chickens (Igbokwe 2010).

The term poultry is a broad classification covering the species of all domesticated birds that are raised primarily for the production of meat and eggs for human consumption. The term applies to chickens, turkeys, ducks, swans, geese, guinea fowl and other birds.

However, among all these food producing birds, chickens are probably more than all the other birds and found throughout the world, (Feetham 1990).

Poultry production is one of the most important agricultural business practiced in Nigeria. But one of the challenges posed on the production of poultry is that the feed are mostly derived from crops such as maize, sorghum, and other grain crops. As a consequence, feed ingredients need to be acquired from distant supply area and may not be hundred percent (100%) sufficient in nutrients content and also very expensive (Nyoupayou 1990).

Researches have been undertaken since the 1930s on ways to improve feeds efficiency in broiler birds’ production. Comparative trials have been conducted on the use of commercially formulated feeds and the locally produced ones to find out the most efficient form of feed that yields high growth rate and reduce production costs. (Mc Donald, 1987).

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Chapter One
• Introduction
• Statement of the problem
• Purpose of the Study
• Objective of the study
• Significance of the study
• Research Question
• Limitation of the study
• Chapter Two
• Introduction
• Live weight gain of birds as per the two type of feed used
• Breed of broiler
• White hybrids
• Colored hybrids
• Heritage poultry breeds
• Feeding and feed conversion
• Housing of Broiler
• Handling and Transport of Broilers
• Definition Of The Terms
• Chapter Three
• Research Methodology
• Description of the research work area
• Sampling size and Sampling Techniques
• Analytical tool and method of data analysis

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This study aims to compare the effects of commercial and formulated feed on the growth and development of Amo breed broilers. It analyzes the differences in weight gain, feed conversion rates, and overall performance of broilers fed with these two types of feed.

• The impact of different feed types on broiler growth and development.
• A comparative analysis of commercial and formulated feed in terms of their effectiveness for broiler production.
• The importance of proper feeding strategies for optimal broiler performance.
• The role of breed selection in broiler production.
• The application of research methodology in agricultural science education.

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

Chapter One introduces the research topic, outlining the problem statement, purpose, objectives, significance, research question, and limitations of the study. Chapter Two delves into a comprehensive literature review, exploring various aspects related to broiler production, including the impact of different feed types on bird growth, breed characteristics, feeding practices, housing conditions, handling techniques, and relevant definitions. Chapter Three focuses on the research methodology, detailing the study area, sampling techniques, and data analysis methods employed in the investigation.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The study focuses on the comparative analysis of commercial and formulated feed on Amo breed broilers. Key terms and concepts include broiler production, feed types, growth performance, live weight gain, feed conversion rate, breed selection, research methodology, and agricultural science education.

• Author: Nickson Ochika et al. (Author)
• Publication Year: 2015
• Pages: 30
• Catalog Number: V315132
• ISBN (eBook): 9783668149892
• ISBN (Book): 9783668149908
• Language: English
• Tags: comparative, analysis, breed, broiler, birds, with, commercial, self, formulated, feed