Administration of spruce bark (Picea abies) extracts in young lambs exhibits anticoccidial effects but reduces milk intake and body weight gain

Administration of spruce bark (Picea abies) extracts in young lambs exhibits anticoccidial effects but reduces milk intake and body weight gain

Abstract Background Eimeria spp. are widespread apicomplexan parasites known to cause coccidiosis in livestock, resulting in reduced animal welfare and productivity, particularly in sheep. The treatment options are limited, and there is an emerging development of resistance against registered pharma...

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Main Authors: Berit Marie Blomstrand, Heidi Larsen Enemark, Håvard Steinshamn, Inga Marie Aasen, Juni Rosann Engelien Johanssen, Spiridoula Athanasiadou, Stig Milan Thamsborg, Kristin Marie Sørheim
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-04-01
Series:Acta Veterinaria Scandinavica
Subjects:
Coccidia
Coccidiocide
Eimeria
Industrial by-products
Sheep
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13028-022-00629-y

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13028-022-00629-y

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