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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]

open access: yes, 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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Evaluation of Antibacterial Activity of Trichilia dregeana Sond. (Meliaceae) Methanolic Extract Against Gram‐Positive and Gram‐Negative Bacteria

open access: yesVeterinary Medicine and Science, Volume 11, Issue 3, May 2025.
The methanolic crude extract of Trichilia dregeana Sond. showed promising antibacterial activity against all tested bacterial isolates. A significant difference (p < 0.05) was observed in terms of susceptibility among Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa species isolates.
Tesfa Mossie   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Training With an Evaluation Framework: Outcomes From a Biosecurity Training Intervention in Commercial Poultry Farms in Tamil Nadu, South India

open access: yesVeterinary Medicine and Science, Volume 11, Issue 3, May 2025.
This study examined the profiles of 89 poultry farmers in Tamil Nadu, focusing on their knowledge gain and the adoption of biosecurity practices through training programme. A significant improvement in knowledge was observed (p < 0.01), mainly among broiler farmers, who demonstrated the considerable knowledge gains.
Alagarsamy Alagesan   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Ethnoveterinary herbal remedies used by farmers in four north-eastern Swiss cantons (St. Gallen, Thurgau, Appenzell Innerrhoden and Appenzell Ausserrhoden) [PDF]

open access: yes, 2014
Background: Very few ethnoveterinary surveys have been conducted in central Europe. However, traditional knowledge on the use of medicinal plants might be an option for future concepts in treatment of livestock diseases.
Disler, Monika   +7 more
core   +2 more sources

Sustainable Intensification of Subsistence Agriculture, Socioeconomic Transformation, and Food Security

open access: yesAdvances in Agriculture, Volume 2025, Issue 1, 2025.
Food insecurity and chronic poverty are persistent problems in the less developed world. Food insecurity may result from rapid population growth, inappropriate use of limited resources, climate change, unsuitable technologies, and a lack of appreciation for local knowledge and resources.
Takele Taye Desta, Abiram Karanam
wiley   +1 more source

Documentation of ethnoveterinary practices used in family poultry in Botswana

open access: yesVeterinary World, 2013
Aim: To document the use of indigenous plants used by family poultry rearers to treat and control diseases and parasites in 15 villages of Botswana. Materials and Methods: A total of 1000 family poultry rearers in 15 villages were interviewed using a ...
John Cassius Moreki
doaj   +1 more source

In vivo evaluation of antiparasitic effects of Artemisia abrotanum and Salvia officinalis extracts on Syphacia obvelata, Aspiculoris tetrapetra and Hymenolepis nana parasites [PDF]

open access: yes, 2014
Objective: To evaluate the effects of Salvia officinalis and Artemisia abrotanum extracts against digestive system parasites of mice. Methods: The ethanol extract was prepared and dissolved in distilled water. The mebendazole was used as positive control
Amirmohammadi, Mahdi.   +5 more
core   +2 more sources

Use of medicinal plants distributed in lowland Karabakh in ethnoveterinary medicine

open access: yes, 2022
The research work was conducted in the territory of lowland Karabakh during 2020-2022. The main goal of the work was to reveal medicinal plants used in ethnoveterinary and their effectiveness in terms of the development of animal husbandry, which has an ancient history in the region.
Movsumova Nuri Vagif   +1 more
openaire   +1 more source

Medicinal Plants Use for Treating Human and Livestock Ailments in Hugumbirda National Forest, Tigray, Ethiopia: A Community‐Based Study

open access: yesInternational Journal of Forestry Research, Volume 2025, Issue 1, 2025.
Traditional ecological knowledge of medicinal plants is a valuable yet often under‐documented resource for human and livestock healthcare, as well as for forest biodiversity conservation. This community‐based study aimed to systematically document the medicinal uses of plant species, including parts used, harvesting techniques, preparation methods, and
Abeba Teklay   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Organic Livestock Production- A Bibliometric Review [PDF]

open access: yes, 2020
Due to the increasing interest in organic farming, an overview of this research area is provided through a bibliometric analysis conducted between April and May 2019.
Burbi, Sara   +5 more
core   +3 more sources

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