Current advances in genomics and breeding of leaf chicory (Cichorium intybus L.) [PDF]
, 2016 This review gives an overview of agricultural topics on a non-model species, in other words, leaf chicory. Often classified as a minor crop, \u201cRadicchio\u201d, the Italian name of leaf chicory, is assuming a very important role at both a local and ...
Barcaccia, Gianni +2 more
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American Journal of Reproductive Immunology, Volume 95, Issue 3, March 2026.ABSTRACT Problem Natural killer (NK) cells are critical regulators of immune balance at the maternal–fetal interface. T‐bet (Tbx21) is a key transcription factor shaping NK cell effector functions, yet its role in decidual NK (dNK) cell adaptation across gestation remains unclear.
Mona A. Mohamed +6 more
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Feed interventions and skatole deposition [PDF]
, 2012 Skatole produced in the large intestine of the pig and the testicular steroid androstenone are the main substances contributing to boar tainted meat from entire male pigs.
Jensen, Rikke Lassen
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Reducing the risk of food borne pathogens (Campylobacter) in pre-slaughter pigs via short-time feeding with prebiotics [PDF]
, 2008 Reducing the presence of human pathogens like Campylobacter and Salmonella (zoonoses) in their animal hosts is important to enhance food safety of products of animal origin.
Baggesen, D.L. +2 more
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Bioactive forage and phytotherapy to cure and control endo-parasite diseases in sheep and goat farming systems – a review of current scientific knowledge [PDF]
, 2007 Infestation with gastro-intestinal nematodes (GIN) in small ruminants can cause severe economic losses and endanger animal welfare. The development of organic farming systems, the increased public awareness for drug residues in agricultural products and ...
Rahmann, Gerold, Seip, Hannah
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Regeneration ability and genetic transformation of root type chicory (Cichorium intybus var. sativum) [PDF]
, 2012 To develop an efficient protocol for shoot regeneration of root chicory (Cichorium intybus var. sativum), some factors, including different concentrations of plant growth regulators in Murashige and Skoog (MS) medium, type of explants and genotypes were ...
De Loose, Marc +4 more
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Sensory emphasis on pork quality related to the diet content of fermentable fibre-rich feedstuffs (chicory and lupine) with special emphasis on the effect on boar taint [PDF]
, 2007 Boar taint in entire male pork is caused by skatole and andros-tenone and other compounds such as indole. However, female pigs also pro-duce skatole and indole.
Byrne, Derek Victor +2 more
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Molecules, 2015 The objective of this study was to explore the antioxidant levels and anticancer properties of chicory cultivated using three different kinds of fertilizers (i.e., developed, organic, and chemical) in the presence and absence of pesticides.
Jin-Seon Yook +5 more
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Prevention and treatment of parasitic infections in organic pigs [PDF]
, 2007 Organic and free range pigs are potentially exposed to a wider range of parasites and zoonotic challenges. The livestock Subproject QLIF addresses 4 strategies to combat these challenges, and the present paper describes the initial results.
Kijlstra, H. A. +5 more
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Organic beef and sheep production (OF0147) [PDF]
, 2001 This is the final report from Defra project OF0147 To study the potential of organic farming in the hills and uplands, a comparison of organic and conventional production systems at similar stocking rates was made at ADAS Redesdale.
Keatinge, Ray
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