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Andalasian Livestock
Published by Universitas Andalas
ISSN : -     EISSN : 30631912     DOI : https://doi.org/10.25077/alive.v1.n1.p1-8.2024
Andalasian Livestock is a peer reviewed scientific journal dedicated to promoting knowledge in animal science. It serves as a forum for research on sustainable livestock development, aiming to support advancements that contribute to multiple Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including food security, animal welfare, and environmental sustainability. Scope, The journal publishes original research and review articles covering diverse aspects of animal science, including but not limited to, Animal Genetics and Breeding, Studies on genetic resources, breeding techniques, and reproduction, Animal Growth, Nutrition, and Physiology, Research focused on livestocks nutrition, health, and physiological processes, Animal Behavior and Welfare, Examination of animal welfare practices, behaviour, and ethics, Animal Health and Disease Management, Studies on veterinary practices and disease prevention to improve animal well being, Production Systems and Technology, Insights into production technologies and sustainable management practices for livestock, Social and Economic Aspects, Analyses of the socio economic implications of livestock production, addressing issues such as market systems, resource use, and community impacts, The journal accepts papers that provide novel insights and reviews, including meta analyses, to cater to a global readership interested in the sustainable development of livestock systems.
Articles 76 Documents
Utilization Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) Maggot Flour in Feed on the Performance of Superior Native Chickens (KUB) Nova, Tertia Delia; Montesqrit; Yelti, Rabiatul Hasmi
Andalasian Livestock Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): ALive
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25077/alive.v3.n1.p7-16.2026

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This study aimed to ascertain the influence of black soldier fly (BSF; Hermetia illucens) maggot flour in rations on the performance of KUB chickens. This study used 60 KUB chickens aged 5 weeks, which were maintained until they were 12 weeks old and were placed in 20 boxes measuring 115 cm × 85 cm × 85 cm, each containing three KUB chickens. This investigation used a randomized block design (RBD) with four groups and five treatments. The treatments used in this study were A (0% BSF maggot meal from 15% fish meal), B (25% BSF maggot meal from 15% fish meal), C (50% BSF maggot meal from 15% fish meal), D (75% BSF maggot meal from 15% fish meal), and E (100% BSF maggot meal from 15% fish meal). The treatment rations were formulated with 17.5% isoproteins and 2800 kcal/kg isoenergy. Feed conversion, body weight gain, dietary intake, and income over feed cost (IOFC) were measured. The results indicated that the addition of BSF maggot meal to KUB chicken rations had no significant effect (P>0.05) on feed consumption and feed conversion but had a significant effect (P<0.05) on body weight gain. In conclusion, providing 25% BSF maggot flour from 15% fish flour in the ration can maintain the appearance of KUB chickens.
Applications of Exopolysaccharides from Microorganisms in Livestock Food Products: A Review M. Adriansyah; Indri Juliyarsi; Sri Melia; Ade Sukma
Andalasian Livestock Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): ALive
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25077/alive.v3.n1.p25-33.2026

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Exopolysaccharides (EPS) are biopolymers produced by various microorganisms and belong to the postbiotic group, which has great potential for application in food products, especially livestock products. In recent years, EPS has been increasingly studied owing to its ability to improve the functional properties of food, such as antioxidant, antibacterial, antibiofilm, immunomodulatory, and antitumor activities, as well as its potential as a prebiotic and agent for enhancing probiotic properties, while also improving product technology characteristics. From a food processing technology perspective, EPS play an important role in increasing viscosity, emulsion stability, texture, system stability, and gel formation ability, thereby contributing to improved product quality and stability. The advantage of EPS over live probiotics as a postbiotic lies in its higher stability under processing and storage conditions, making it more applicable in various food matrices. This review focuses on the effects of applying EPS produced by various microorganisms on the quality and functional properties of livestock food products, including milk, meat, eggs, and their processed products. Various research results have shown that the addition of EPS can improve physical stability, improve texture, extend shelf life, and increase functional value. The information provided discusses the influence of EPS produced by various types of microorganisms that have a positive impact on livestock products, such as milk, meat, eggs, and their processed products. Based on the results of this search, this is the first compilation to study the application of EPS in livestock products.
Optimization of Indigenous Microorganism (IMO) Concentration in Chicken Feathers on the Physicochemical Properties of Feather Meal Napitupulu, Monica Stephani; Novia, Deni; Sandra, Afriani
Andalasian Livestock Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): ALive
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25077/alive.v3.n1.p72-81.2026

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This study aimed to evaluate the effect of adding indigenous microorganisms (IMO) derived from chicken feathers on the physicochemical properties of chicken feather flour, namely, color, microscopic structure, and crude fiber content. An experimental method with a completely randomized design (CRD) with five treatments and four replications was used in this study. The treatments were the addition of IMO chicken feathers at levels A (0%), B (1.5%), C (3%), D (4.5%), and E (6%) to fermentation feather meal. The parameters observed were color (L*, a*, b*), microscopic structure, and crude fiber content. The results showed that increasing IMO concentration significantly decreased lightness (L*), crude fiber content, and increased yellowness (b*) but did not significantly affect redness (a*). Microscopic observations revealed keratin structure degradation at higher IMO concentrations. The optimal concentration was 4.5%, resulting in balanced physicochemical properties of feather flour. These findings demonstrate the potential of IMO application for the sustainable utilization of chicken feather waste as a protein-rich feather meal.
Storage Stability of Complete Feed Wafers Containing Mangrove Fruit and Palm Fatty Acid Distillate: Physical Properties and In Vitro Rumen Fermentation Zaitul Ikhlas; Novirman Jamarun; Yoshiyuki Murata
Andalasian Livestock Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): ALive
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25077/alive.v3.n1.p61-71.2026

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This study aimed to evaluate the effects of storage duration on the physical properties of complete feed wafers supplemented with mangrove fruit as a tannin source and palm fatty acid distillate (PFAD) as an energy source, as well as in vitro rumen fluid characteristics. A completely randomized design was used with four storage duration treatments: 15 days (T1), 30 days (T2), 45 days (T3), and 60 days (T4), with five replications. The feed ingredients consisted of fermented sugarcane tops, Tithonia diversifolia, concentrate, mangrove fruit, and PFAD, which were processed into complete feed wafers. The observed parameters included the physical properties of the wafers, namely aroma, texture, color, water absorption, and density, as well as rumen fluid characteristics, namely total volatile fatty acid (VFA), pH, and ammonia (NH3). The results showed that increasing storage duration tended to decrease total VFA from 123.12 ± 2.28 mM in T1 to 121.10 ± 2.01 mM in T4, although the values remained relatively stable. The rumen fluid pH was also relatively uniform, ranging from 6.82 ± 0.13 to 6.88 ± 0.13. NH3 concentration decreased with increasing storage duration, from 21.28 ± 0.54 mg/100 mL in T1 to 18.13 ± 1.51 mg/100 mL in T4. Storage duration had no significant effect (P>0.05) on the aroma, texture, or color of the wafers, indicating that their physical quality was maintained during storage. Based on these results, it can be concluded that complete feed wafers supplemented with mangrove fruit and PFAD maintained their physical quality and rumen fermentation stability for up to 60 days of storage.
Tannin and Saponin Contents of Different Organs of Melastoma Malabathricum L. as a Preliminary Basis for Methane-Mitigation Research in Ruminants Roni Pazla; Antonius; Erpomen; Yolani Utami; Zaitul Ikhlas; Gusri Yanti; Aslizah Mohd-Aris; Ahmad Sanusi; Fitri Wadeviola; Fatimah Aini; Rizki Romadhon; Mega Novianti; Hijratul Alkharizi; Bintang Farras
Andalasian Livestock Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): ALive
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25077/alive.v3.n1.p82-87.2026

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Melastoma (M) malabathricum L. is a phytochemically rich tropical plant with potential relevance to methane-mitigation research in ruminants. This study aimed to characterize the tannin and saponin contents of different organs of M. malabathricum L. as a preliminary basis for evaluating its prospective use as a phytogenic resource for livestock. Samples were collected from Padang Pariaman Regency, West Sumatra, Indonesia, and separated into roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits for analysis. Tannin content was analyzed using the hide powder method based on the Folin-Ciocalteu reaction, while saponin content was determined using the TLC scanner method. The results showed clear variations in both metabolites among plant organs. Flowers had the highest tannin content, whereas the roots had the highest saponin content. These findings indicate an organ-specific distribution of bioactive compounds in M. melabathricum L. and suggest that this plant may serve as a promising botanical resource for further studies on methane mitigation. However, as the present study was limited to phytochemical characterization, further in vitro and in vivo studies are required to verify the effects of this extract on rumen fermentation and methane production.
Vegetative Growth and Potential of Turi (Sesbania grandiflora) as Forage under PGPR Application on Ultisol Soil
Andalasian Livestock Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): ALive
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25077/alive.v3.n1.p88-95.2026

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Turi (Sesbania grandiflora) is a high-protein forage legume with significant potential to support ruminant nutrition in tropical regions. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR; Rhizomax) on the vegetative growth of turi as an indicator of forage productivity in ultisol soil. The experiment was conducted using a Completely Randomized Design with five treatments and five replicates: P0 (without PGPR), P1 (100 ml/plant), P2 (200 ml/plant), P3 (300 ml/plant), and P4 (400 ml/plant). The measured variables included plant height, stem diameter, and number of leaf stalks. Data were analyzed using analysis of variance (ANOVA), followed by Duncan’s Multiple Range Test when appropriate. The results showed that different doses of PGPR had no significant effect (P>0.05) on any of the observed parameters during the early vegetative phase. This indicates that PGPR application did not enhance the early growth performance or potential forage biomass production of turi under the conditions of this study. The lack of response is likely associated with the early growth stage, where external nutrient supplementation is not critical for plant development. These findings suggest that the effectiveness of PGPR on Turi as a forage crop may require longer observation periods or integration with additional nutrient sources to be fully realized.