Comparison of Nonlinear Models for Describing the Growth Curve of Pekin Ducks
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DOI: 10.1002/vms3.70268
Abstract: ABSTRACT Background Ducks are used to produce a significant amount of meat in some regions of the world. The enhancement of duck production systems necessitates the development of parameterized mathematical models that accurately depict duck… read more here.
Keywords: pekin ducks; french pekin; model; growth ... See more keywords
Starter and subsequent grower response of Pekin ducks to low-protein diets in starter phase
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DOI: 10.1016/j.livsci.2017.07.005
Abstract: Abstract A dose-response experiment was conducted to investigate the effects of feeding 6 starter diets containing the analyzed crude protein (CP) contents (168.6, 178.9, 184.2, 192.0, 195.8, and 203.3 g/kg) from d 1–19 on growth performance… read more here.
Keywords: pekin ducks; performance; starter phase; starter ... See more keywords
Dietary resveratrol supplement improves carcass traits and meat quality of Pekin ducks
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DOI: 10.1016/j.psj.2020.10.056
Abstract: With the increase of consumer demand for high-quality animal protein, it becomes imperative to improve meat quality through nutritional strategy. Resveratrol is a plant polyphenol that exists in grapes and grape products, and it has… read more here.
Keywords: resveratrol; meat quality; muscle; pekin ducks ... See more keywords
Experimental monochromatic light-emitting diode fixture impacts Pekin duck stress and eye development
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DOI: 10.1016/j.psj.2021.101507
Abstract: Poultry color perception of artificial light-emitting diode (LED) lighting mediates bird physiology and behavior; however, very limited research has focused on how changes in LED light color affect these same parameters in Pekin ducks. Therefore,… read more here.
Keywords: pekin duck; pekin ducks; stress; light emitting ... See more keywords
Genome-wide association study of bone quality and feed efficiency-related traits in Pekin ducks.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ygeno.2020.09.023
Abstract: Feeding and bone traits are vital for breeding and reproduction in the commercial duck industry. In this study, we performed a genome-wide association study for feeding and bone traits in a population of 540 lean-type… read more here.
Keywords: genome wide; bone traits; feeding bone; study ... See more keywords
Reproduction and pathogenesis of short beak and dwarfish syndrome in Cherry Valley Pekin ducks infected with the rescued novel goose parvovirus
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DOI: 10.1080/21505594.2022.2071184
Abstract: ABSTRACT Since the outbreak of short beak and dwarfish syndrome (SBDS) in Cherry Valley Pekin ducks in China, novel goose parvovirus (NGPV) has been isolated. Till now, little is known about the NGPV pathogenesis toward… read more here.
Keywords: beak; pekin ducks; valley pekin; cherry valley ... See more keywords
Relative bioavailability of 25-hydroxycholecalciferol versus cholecalciferol and vitamin D3 requirements in White Pekin ducks from 15 to 42 days of age.
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DOI: 10.1093/jas/skaf184
Abstract: This study was designed to assess the effects of varying levels of vitamin D3 (VD3) or 25-hydroxycholecalciferol (25-OH-D3) supplementary in the diet on growth performance, VD3 status, plasma calcium (Ca) levels, and tibial mineralization in… read more here.
Keywords: relative bioavailability; pekin ducks; vitamin; hydroxycholecalciferol ... See more keywords
Genomic variation in Pekin duck populations developed in three different countries as revealed by whole-genome data.
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DOI: 10.1111/age.12639
Abstract: It is well known that both British and American Pekin ducks originated from China. However, the populations differ substantially in production performance, but the genetic changes involved are still poorly understood. Herein, we sequenced 24… read more here.
Keywords: three different; different countries; pekin ducks; duck populations ... See more keywords
Genome-wide association study reveals novel loci associated with body size and carcass yields in Pekin ducks
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DOI: 10.1186/s12864-018-5379-1
Abstract: BackgroundPekin duck products have become popular in Asia over recent decades and account for an increasing market share. However, the genetic mechanisms affecting carcass growth in Pekin ducks remain unknown. This study aimed to identify… read more here.
Keywords: study; pekin ducks; body size; carcass ... See more keywords
Effect of Supplementation of Different Levels of Trace Mineral Mixture on the Performance of White Pekin Ducks for Meat Production Purpose
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DOI: 10.18805/ijar.b-5510
Abstract: Background: Duck meat consumption has been popularized and augmented during the past few decades and the better growth necessitates optimal mineral requirements. Over the past few decades, the consumption of duck meat has increased and… read more here.
Keywords: pekin ducks; meat; group; white pekin ... See more keywords
Assessment of Welfare of Pekin Ducks Reared in Intensive Production System in Poland Using Transect Method
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DOI: 10.2478/aoas-2024-0054
Abstract: Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate the practical application of the Transect Walk (TW) method on a commercial farm, focusing on different ages of Orvia ST5 Pekin ducks. The study was conducted… read more here.
Keywords: ducks reared; method; pekin ducks; welfare ... See more keywords