Partial replacement of maize with palm oil (Elaeis guineensis) Sludge in broiler chicken diet: Effect on the haemato-biochemical properties and carcass characteristics

Abstract

A feeding trial was carried out to elucidate the effect of replacing maize with Palm Oil Sludge on blood profile and carcass characteristics of broiler chicken. A completely randomized design was used for 200 (day old) broiler chicks. Palm Oil Sludge was incorporated in the experimental diets (mash form) at 0% (Group-1, control), 10% (Group-2), 15% (Group-3) and 20% (Group-4) to replace maize as energy source for a period of 6 weeks. Blood collection was done at 2 different occasions i.e. on 21st and 42nd day. The blood biochemical and hematological parameters showed no significant (P>0.05) difference among the groups in both the collections. At the end of the experiment, 20 birds, one from each replicate were selected for evaluation of carcass traits. The result obtained showed no significant difference (P>0.05). The sensory parameters showed no significant difference (P>0.05) as well. However, Juiciness showed significant difference (P≤0.05).