Use of tannin containing browse tree/shrubs in the control of intestinal parasites (helminthes) in small ruminants: review

Authors

  • S. B. Abdu Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria
  • O. W. Ehoche National Animal Production Research Institute Shika, Zaria
  • A. M. Adamu National Animal Production Research Institute Shika, Zaria
  • G. E. Jokthani National Animal Production Research Institute Shika, Zaria
  • M. R. Hassani National Animal Production Research Institute Shika, Zaria
  • H. Y. Adamu National Animal Production Research Institute Shika, Zaria

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51791/njap.v40i1.657

Keywords:

Antihelminthics, browse foliage, intestinal parasite, tannins

Abstract

The overall aim of this review was to evaluate the antihelminthics activity of browse forages containing secondary plant factors. Results from literature have shown the benefits of feeding browse foliage in terms of nutrient supply, supplementation supported animal growth and performance. It was found that supplementation with browse leaf meal reduced worm fecundity, also reduces the worm burdens and total fecal egg counts during feeding period. It is concluded that browse foliage can be used to reduce the adverse effects of intestinal parasite infections in ruminant, hence reducing the need for costly antihelminthics drugs and the development of resistance to these drugs.

Author Biography

  • S. B. Abdu, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria

    Department of Animal Science

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Published

2020-12-28

Issue

Vol. 40 No. 1 (2013)

Section

Articles

How to Cite

Use of tannin containing browse tree/shrubs in the control of intestinal parasites (helminthes) in small ruminants: review. (2020). Nigerian Journal of Animal Production, 40(1), 111-116. https://doi.org/10.51791/njap.v40i1.657