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ThesisItem Open Access EFFECT OF SUPPLEMENTATION OF TULSI (Ocimum sanctum) LEAF POWDER ON GROWTH PERFORMANCE IN COMMERCIAL BROILER(SARDAR VALLABHBHAI PATEL UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY, MEERUT- 250110 (U.P.),, 2021-12) SURAJ GAJANAN MADAVI; Dr. RajkumarABSTRACT Name : Suraj Gajanan Madavi I.d. No.: 4825 Advisor : Dr. Raj Kumar Degree : M.Sc. (Ag.) A. H. Department : Animal Husbandry Thesis Title : Effect of supplementation of tulsi (Ocimum sanctum) leaf powder on growth performance in commercial broiler The present study was aimed to explore the effect of supplementation of tulsi leaf powder on growth performance in commercial broilers. A total of 160, day-old chicks (Vencobb-430 strain) were used for this study purpose and divided into four groups, and each group was divided into four replications, 10 chicks in each. The group first was offered a basal diet without any supplementation, which acted as a control and the second, third and fourth group was supplemented with dried tulsi leaf powder @ 0.5, 10.0, 15 g/kg feed, respectively for the 42 days of the study period. Bodyweight and feed consumption were recorded at weekly intervals. Bodyweight was significantly (P<0.05) higher in tulsi leaf powder supplemented groups as compared to the control group at 1st and 3rd weeks of the trial period. During the 2nd and 6th weeks of study, body weight was significantly higher in T1 as compared to control but no statistical differences were observed with T2 and T3 groups. However, body weight was reported significantly (P<0.05) higher in T1 and T2 groups in comparison to the control group at 4th and 5th weeks of the experimental period. Body weight gain was statistically (P<0.05) higher in the T1 group as compared to the control group from 1st to 6th weeks expect at 3rd week. Overall body weight gain at the 42nd day of experimental trail was statistically (P<0.05) higher in the T1 and T2 group as compared to control group. Feed consumption did not show any statistical differences among Control, T1, T2 and T3 groups at 1st week. However, feed consumption was reported statistically (P<0.05) different for the control, T1, T2 and T3 groups at 6th week. Feed conversion ratio was statistically (P<0.05) improved in tulsi leaf powder supplemented groups as compared to the control group during 42 days of tail period. The study was concluded that supplementation of dried tulsi leaf powder at 5g/kg feed in the broiler’s diets showed better body weight, body weight gain and improves feed conversion ratio compared to other treatment groups. Dr. Rajkumar Suraj Gajanan Madavi Advisor AuthorThesisItem Open Access COMPARATIVE EFFICIENCY OF NANO MINERAL ON GROWTH PERFORMANCE, BLOOD BIOCHEMICAL AND CARCASS CHARACTERISTICS IN COMMERCIAL BROILER PRODUCTION(SARDAR VALLABHBHAI PATEL UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY, MEERUT- 250110 (U.P.),, 2021-08) NAJEEBULLAH AZIZI; Dr. Nazim AliDepartment of Animal Husbandry Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture & Technology Name: Najeebullah Azizi Id. No: 4828/PG Advisor: Dr. Nazim Ali Degree: M.Sc.(Ag) A.H. Thesis title: Comparative efficiency of nano mineral on growth performance, blood biochemical and carcass characteristics in commercial broiler production Present study was conducted to investigate the comparative efficiency of nano mineral on growth performance, blood bio chemical and carcass characteristics in commercial broiler production. 200 day-old Cobb 400 chicks were purchased from Venky’s India Limited. Chicks were divided into 5 treatment groups comprising of 4 replicates containing ten birds in each replicate. T1 group of bird was fed with basal or control diet. T2 group was given basal diet along with supplementation of inorganic Zn @ 80 ppm of basal diet. T3, T4 and T5 groups of birds were fed with basal diet with supplementation of zinc nano particles @ 60 ppm, @ 80 ppm and @100 ppm of basal diet. It was observed that zinc supplementation improved the average body weight of birds in all the treated groups. T4 and T5 groups of birds (nano zinc supplemented @80 and 100 ppm, respectively) showed the highest body weight almost in all the weeks. Body weight gain was found higher in nano Zn supplemented groups than both control and inorganic Zn supplemented group. Highest feed consumption was found in control group at 6th week. FCR in nano Zn supplemented groups were significantly lower than control up to 5th weeks of age. Thus feed efficiency was improved by supplementing nano Zn. FCR was found economical up to 4th week of age. After that, feed utilization was not economical for all the groups. In both starter and finisher phase, mineral supplemented groups showed better feed efficiency than control. On the last week of feeding trail blood samples were collected randomly from one bird from each replicate. Blood biochemical parameters like total serum protein, uric acid, cholesterol, ALP, SGOT and SGPT was estimated in collected blood serum. All the blood biochemical parameters were found to be within normal range. After 6 weeks of age, 4 representative birds from each treatment group were randomly selected and slaughtered to study carcass characteristics traits. Dressing %, eviscerated weight % and ready to cook yield % were found to be (P>0.05) similar in all the treatment groups. Thigh, back, neck and wing % varied significantly (P<0.05) among different treatment groups. Though heart and liver % varied significantly among treatment groups, gizzard% remained similar. Periventricular wt. (%) varied significantly among treatments. Though small intestine wt. (%) varied significantly among treatments, small intestine length did not change significantly. Thus, most of the carcass quality traits remained similar after inorganic and nano zinc supplementation. It was concluded that supplementations of zinc nano particles up to the level of 100 ppm of feed improved the growth performance and feed utilization in commercial broiler without affecting blood biochemical and carcass quality traits. Nazim Ali Najeebullah Azizi Advisor AuthorThesisItem Open Access Feeding effect of garlic (Allium sativum) and moringa (Moringa oleifera) leaves on growth and biochemical parameters in broilers(SARDAR VALLABHBHAI PATEL UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY, MEERUT- 250110 (U.P.),, 2021) Dr. Nazim Ali; Dr. Nazim AliDepartment of Animal Husbandry Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture & Technology Name: Ittehad Id. No: 4827/PG Advisor: Dr. Nazim Ali Degree: M.Sc. (Ag) A.H. Thesis title: Feeding effect of garlic (Allium sativum) and moringa (Moringa oleifera) leaves on growth and biochemical parameters in broilers The present study was conducted to investigate the effect of supplementing garlic and moringa on growth performance, blood bio chemical and carcass characteristics in commercial broiler production. 180 day-old Cobb 400 chicks were purchased from Venky’s India Limited. Chicks were divided into 6 treatment groups comprising of 3 replicates containing ten birds in each replicate. T1 group of bird was fed with basal or control diet; T2 and T3 groups were given basal diet along with supplementation of garlic @ 0.5% and 1%, respectively; T4 and T5 group birds were given basal diet with moringa @ 1% and 2%, respectively; Treatment 6 was supplementation of basal diet with garlic and moringa @ 1%+2% for 6 weeks duration. It was observed that supplementation of garlic and moringa improved the average body weight of birds in all the treated groups. T6 groups of birds with combined supplementation of garlic and moringa showed the highest body weight almost in all the weeks. There was additionally better growth compared to control for treatment groups T3, T4 and T5 enhanced with garlic (1%), moringa (1%), and moringa (2%) for treatment groups. The body weight gain was significantly higher (P<0.05) in the treatment group T6 which was enhanced with garlic and moringa (1%+2%) when contrasted with control groups during 6 weeks. The birds fed on garlic and moringa supplemented diet showed significantly improved (P<0.05) feed utilization efficiency compared to other treatments. The FCR was compared among the treatments and revealed higher value in control groups fed without supplementation. At the end of feeding trail, blood samples were collected randomly from one bird from each replicate. Blood biochemical parameters like total serum protein, uric acid, cholesterol, ALP, SGOT and SGPT was estimated in collected blood serum. All the blood biochemical parameters were found to be within normal range. After 6 weeks of age, 4 representative birds from each treatment group were randomly selected and slaughtered to study carcass characteristics traits. Eviscerated weight % and ready to cook yield % varied significantly (P<0.05) among different treatment groups. Back, neck and wing, except thigh% were found similar (P>0.05) in the treatment groups. For internal organs, heart, gizzard and spleen except liver % remained similar. Periventricular wt. (%) varied significantly among treatments. It was concluded from the study that supplementations of garlic and moringa up to the level of 1 and 2 %, either separately or in combination in basal feed of broiler diet improved the growth performance and feed utilization in commercial broiler without affecting blood biochemical and carcass quality traits. Nazim Ali Ittehad Advisor AuthorThesisItem Open Access EFFECT OF FEEDING MORINGA OLIEFERA LEAVES ON GROWTH PERFORMANCE OF BARBARI GOAT KIDS(SARDAR VALLABHBHAI PATEL UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY, MEERUT- 250110 (U.P.),, 2021-07) KHAIRUDDIN SAHEBZADA; Dr.Rajbir SinghDepartment of Animal Husbandry Sardar Vallabbhai Patel Universtiy of Agriculture & Technology Name: Khairuddin Sahebzada Id.NO. : 4856/PG Year of admission: 2019-20 Degree: M.Sc.(Ag) A. H. Advisor: Dr. Rajbir Singh Thesis title: “Effect of feeding Moringa oliefera leaves on growth performance of Barbari goat kids” ABASTRACT The present study entitled “Effect of feeding Moringa (Moringa oliefera) leaves on growth performance of Barbari goat” was conducted at Instructional Livestock Farm Complex (ILFC) unit II, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, Uttar Pradesh, Modipuram, Meerut, India. For the study, eighteen yearling female Barbari goats purchased under RKVY funded project “Establishment of goat unit for conservation and revitalization of superior germplasm of Barbari goat” of uniform age and conformation were selected. They were allocated into three groups with six animals per treatment using completely randomized block design. The group T1 was kept as control and fed roughage and commercially available readymade concentrate feed. The groups T2 and T3, had replacement of the concentrate mixture by dried Moringa oleifera leaves at 05 percent and 10 percent levels, respectively, which was thoroughly mixed and supplied to the animals. The results of the study showed that there was an overall improvement in the dry matter intake in Moringa fed treatment groups. The mean daily body weight gain was higher in group T2 followed by group T1 and control group. There was an overall increase in feed conversion efficiency in Barbari goats under treatment groups in comparison to control group. On comparing the economics among groups, it was found that the income, net profit and net profit per kg live body weight gain was highest in group T3 followed by group T2 and T1. The cost- benefit ratio for group T1, T2 and T3 was 0.79, 0.83 and 1.02, respectively and input- output ratio was 01:1.8, 01:1.8 and 01:2.1 for group T1, T2 and T3, respectively. The results of study suggested beneficial effects of inlusion of moringa as replacement to concentrate in diet of growing goats. Rajbir Singh Khairuddin Sahebzada Advisor AuthorThesisItem Open Access GROWTH, ANTIOXIDANT AND HEMATO-BIOCHEMICAL STATUS OF BARBARI KIDS SUPPLEMENTED WITH VANADIUM(SARDAR VALLABHBHAI PATEL UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY, MEERUT- 250110 (U.P.),, 2021-10) ANJU SHARMA; Dr. D. S. SahuName : Anju sharma I.d. No. : 4824 Advisor : Dr. D. S. Sahu Degree : M.Sc. (Ag.) A. H. Department : Animal Husbandry Thesis title: Growth, antioxidant and hemato-biochemical status of Barbari kids supplemented with vanadium ABSTRACT This study aims to investigate to see the impact of vanadium (V) supplementation inclined on growth performance, antioxidant and hemato-biochemical status of Barbari kids. Twenty-one Barbari kids (6 to 12-months) was elected form LRC-2, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. According to their body weight (19.27±3.18 kg) and age (8.85±0.58 months), the goat kids were separated into three groups (n=7) randomly. 1. Control group was provided a total mixed ration (TMR) basal diet without any supplementation of vanadium. 2. T1 group was provided TMR basal diet with vanadium (1.5 mg/kg DM/kids/day). 3. T2 group was offered TMR basal diet with vanadium (3.0 mg/kg DM/kids/day) for 90 days in the investigational period. Body weight was monitored every fortnight and the body weight gain and feed conversion ratio were calculated using the body weight and feed consumption. Blood samples were collected every two weeks during the study and plasma samples were examined for antioxidant and biochemical profiles. Body weight was significantly (P<0.05) difference among the groups over all fortnight of investigational period. In the vanadium-treated groups, body weight and feed consumption were increase statistically significantly (P<0.05) than in the control groups. Feed conversion ratio was shows no significantly (P>0.05) in vanadium supplemented among groups of the study period. Total antioxidant status was recorded higher significantly (P<0.05) in T2 than control and T1 groups. The levels of superoxide dismutase in the different groups changed significantly (P<0.05). Catalase was statistically higher in both the treatment groups. Thiobarbituric acid reactive substance was lesser in T1 and T2 as compared control groups. Hemoglobin was observed significantly (P<0.05) higher in all three groups. The vanadium supplementation was unaffected in PCV. Total leukocyte count was elevated with the supplementation of vanadium and was observed significantly higher in all the groups. Neutrophil and Lymphocyte was not affected with vanadium supplementation and shows no significant among groups. Total immunoglobulin was statistically (P<0.05) higher in T1 and T2 than control group. Total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, ALT, AST and ALP were not affected with the supplementation of vanadium and found statistically similar in the all three groups. Triglyceride was recorded higher significant in T2 groups as compared to control and T1 groups. The study accomplished that the dietary fed of vanadium elevated the growth, antioxidant status and hemato- biochemical of Barbari kids. Dr. D. S. Sahu Advisor Anju Sharma AuthorThesisItem Open Access “IMPACT OF NICKEL SUPPLEMENTATION ON GROWTH, ANTIOXIDANT AND IMMUNE STATUS OF SAHIWAL GROWING HEIFERS”(SARDAR VALLABHBHAI PATEL UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY, MEERUT- 250110 (U.P.),, 2021-10) Jai Prakash Prajapati; Dr. S. P. YadavName : Jai Prakash Prajapati I.d. No : 4822 Advisor : Dr. S.P Yadav Degree : M.Sc. (Ag) A.H. Department : Animal Husbandry Thesis Title : Impact of nickel (Ni) supplementation on growth, antioxidant and immune status of Sahiwal growing heifers Abstract This study aimed to investigate the impact of nickel (Ni) supplementation on growth performance, antioxidant and immune status on Sahiwal growing heifers. Twenty-one Sahiwal growing heifers (6-12 months old) were selected from the herd maintained at Livestock Research Complex (LRC), SVPUAT, Meerut Uttar Pradesh India, for the period of 90 days. Experimental heifers were blocked into three groups (n=7) according to body weight (122.60±8.98 kg) and age (9.29±0.75 months) basis. 1. Group N0 was acted as a control and provided a basal diet without nickel supplementation. 2. Group N2 was supplemented withnickel@2.0 mg/kg DM/calf/day for 90 days. 3. Group N3 was supplemented with nickel @ 3.0 mg/kg DM/calf/day for 90 days. The body weight and feed consumption were recorded at fortnightly intervals and the body weight gain and feed conversion ratio were calculated to form body weight and feed consumption. Total leukocyte counts (TLC), lymphocyte and neutrophil and hemoglobin were estimated in whole blood. Total antioxidant activity (TAA), catalase, superoxide dismutase (SOD), thiobarbituric acid reactive substance (TBARS),total immunoglobulin (TIG),glucose, nonesterifies fatty acid (NEFA), total cholesterol and HDL-cholesterol were analyzed in plasma. Body weight and feed consumption were not varied statistically among the groups. Body weight gain was significant (P<0.05) higher in N3 than N0 and N2 groups.FCR was significant (P<0.05) lower in N3 as compared to the groups N0 and N2.SOD was statistically lower (P<0.05) in nickel-treated groups. Nickel supplementation did not influence statistically the catalase activity and was observed similarly in all the groups.TAA was statistically (P<0.005) lower in nickel treated group as compared to the control group. The TBARS level was increased linearly (P<0.05) with the supplementation of nickel.TLC and neutrophil did not differ significantly among the groups. Nickel supplementation improved the lymphocyte and TIG concentrations and was reported statistically (P<0.05) higher in nickel-treated groups. Hemoglobin, glucose, NEFA, total cholesterol, and HDL- cholesterol levels were also not shown a significant (P>0.05) difference among the groups. The study was concluded that nickel supplementation improved growth and immunity but reduced the antioxidant status in growing Sahiwal heifers. Dr. S.P. Yadav Jai Prakash Prajapati Advisor AuthorThesisItem Open Access INFLUENCE OF VANADIUM SUPPLEMENTATION ON GROWTH PERFORMANCE, IMMUNE-ANTIOXIDANT AND BLOOD BIOCHEMICAL STATUS OF GROWING MURRAH BUFFALO CALVES(SARDAR VALLABHBHAI PATEL UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY, MEERUT- 250110 (U.P.),, 2021-10) Ayush Maurya; Dr. S. P. YadavName : Ayush Maurya I.d. No. : 4821 Advisor : Dr. S. P. Yadav Degree : M.Sc. (Ag.) A. H. Department : Animal Husbandry Thesistitle : Influence of vanadium supplementation on growth performance, immune-antioxidant and blood biochemical status of growing Murrah buffalo calves ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to see how vanadium (V) supplementation affected on growth performance, immune-antioxidant and blood biochemical status of murrah buffalo calves. Twenty-one growing Murrah buffalo calves (6 to 12-months) was selected form LRC, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, Meerut Uttar Pradesh. According to their body weight (146.48±5.24 kg) and age (9.14±0.88 months), the calves were divided into three groups (n=7) randomly. 1. Group 1 was offered total mixed ration without any vanadium supplementation, 2. Group 2 was received TMR with Vanadium at 4.0 mg/kg DM/calf/day for 90 days. 3. Group 3 was provided TMR with vanadium supplementation at 6.0 mg/kg DM/calf/day for 90 days. Body weight and feed consumption were monitored every 15 days intervals, and the body weight gain and feed conversion ratio were computed using the body weight and feed consumption. During the research period, blood samples were taken every fortnight, and plasma samples were examined for immunity, antioxidant and biochemical profile. Body weight and feed consumption did not vary significantly among the groups over 90 days of study period. Body weight gain was higher statistically (P<0.05) in vanadium treated groups than control group. Feed conversion ratio was significantly (P<0.05) lower in vanadium supplemented groups than control over entire the experimental period. Total leukocyte count and neutrophils were not affected with the supplementation of vanadium and was observed significantly similar in all the groups. Lymphocyte was statistically higher in V4 as compared to V0 and V6 groups. Total immunoglobulin concentration was statistically (P<0.05) higher in treatment receiving vanadium than V0 group. Total antioxidant status was greater significantly (P<0.05) in V6 than V0 and V4 groups. Superoxide dismutase was varied significantly (P<0.05) among the group and was higher in V6 group than in V0 and V4 groups. Catalase was statistically higher in V4 than V0 group. Thiobarbituric acid reactive substance was lower in V6 as compared to V0 and V4 groups. Hemoglobin, PCV, glucose, NEFA, total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, ALT, AST and ALP were not affected with the supplementation of vanadium and found statistically similar in the all three groups.The study concluded that the supplementation of vanadium improved the growth, immunity and antioxidant status of growing Murrah buffalo calves. Dr. S. P. Yadav Advisor Ayush Maurya AuthorThesisItem Open Access EFFECT OF NICKEL SUPPLEMENTATION ON GROWTH PERFORMANCE, ANTIOXIDANT AND BLOOD METABOLITES OF MUZAFFARNAGRI SHEEP(SARDAR VALLABHBHAI PATEL UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY, MEERUT- 250110 (U.P.),, 2021-10) AMIT KUMAR GANGWAR; Dr. D. S. SahuName : Amit Kumar Gangwar I.d. No : 4820 Advisor : Dr. D.S Sahu Degree : M.Sc. (Ag) A.H. Department : Animal Husbandry Thesis Title : Effect of nickel supplementation on growth performance, antioxidant and blood metabolites of Muzaffarnagari Sheep. Abstract The aim of this study to investigate the impact of nickel (Ni) supplementation on growth performance, antioxidant and blood metabolites. Twenty-one Muzaffarnagri sheep was selected from the herd maintained at Livestock Research Complex-2, Experimental animals were blocked into three groups (n=7) on body weight (30.45±3.67 kg) and age (9.86±0.59 months) basis. Experimental animals either received a basal diet devoid of supplemental Ni (T0) or were supplemented with 1.5 mg (T1) and 3.0 mg (T2) of Ni/kg DM for the period of 90 days. Body weight and feed consumption were recorded at fortnightly intervals, and body weight gain and feed conversion ratio were calculated form body weight and feed consumption. In whole blood, total leukocyte counts (TLC), lymphocyte and neutrophil counts, and hemoglobin were measured. Plasma was tested for total antioxidant activity (TAA), thiobarbituric acid reactive substance (TBARS), total immunoglobulin (TIG), glucose, non-esterifies fatty acid (NEFA), total cholesterol, and HDL-cholesterol. Catalase and superoxide dismutase (SOD) was analyzed in hematocrit. Nickel supplementation had no effect on body weight and feed consumption in all three groups was statistically similar at the end of each week of the study. The BWG in the T2 group was statistically (P<0.05) greater than in the other groups. The feed conversion ratio was significantly lower in T2 groups as compared to T0 and T1 groups of sheep. Total antioxidant activity, SOD activity and TBARS were statistically similar (P>0.05) in all groups on all fortnights of the study period. Catalase was observed significantly (P<0.05) lower in T2 as compared to control and T1 groups. There was no significant difference observed in hemoglobin, TLC and neutrophil concentration of T0, T1 and T2 groups. The lymphocytes was significantly (P<0.05) higher in T2 than in the control group. TIG level was statistically (P<0.05) higher in the nickel-treated groups (1.5 mg Ni/kg DM) than in the control. The plasma concentration of NEFA, total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol was not affected with the supplementation of nickel with any dose and was reported similar values in all three groups. The study concluded that nickel performance and immunity of the sheep. supplementation was improved growth Dr. D.S. Sahu (Advisor) Amit kumar gangwar (Author)ThesisItem Open Access COMPARATIVE EFFICIENCY OF NANO MINERAL ON GROWTH PERFORMANCE, BLOOD BIOCHEMICAL AND CARCASS CHARACTERISTICS IN COMMERCIAL BROILER PRODUCTION(SARDAR VALLABHBHAI PATEL UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY, MEERUT- 250110 (U.P.),, 2021-08) NAJEEBULLAH AZIZI; Dr. Nazim AliDepartment of Animal Husbandry Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture & Technology Name: Najeebullah Azizi Id. No: 4828/PG Advisor: Dr. Nazim Ali Degree: M.Sc.(Ag) A.H. Thesis title: Comparative efficiency of nano mineral on growth performance, blood biochemical and carcass characteristics in commercial broiler production Present study was conducted to investigate the comparative efficiency of nano mineral on growth performance, blood bio chemical and carcass characteristics in commercial broiler production. 200 day-old Cobb 400 chicks were purchased from Venky’s India Limited. Chicks were divided into 5 treatment groups comprising of 4 replicates containing ten birds in each replicate. T1 group of bird was fed with basal or control diet. T2 group was given basal diet along with supplementation of inorganic Zn @ 80 ppm of basal diet. T3, T4 and T5 groups of birds were fed with basal diet with supplementation of zinc nano particles @ 60 ppm, @ 80 ppm and @100 ppm of basal diet. It was observed that zinc supplementation improved the average body weight of birds in all the treated groups. T4 and T5 groups of birds (nano zinc supplemented @80 and 100 ppm, respectively) showed the highest body weight almost in all the weeks. Body weight gain was found higher in nano Zn supplemented groups than both control and inorganic Zn supplemented group. Highest feed consumption was found in control group at 6th week. FCR in nano Zn supplemented groups were significantly lower than control up to 5th weeks of age. Thus feed efficiency was improved by supplementing nano Zn. FCR was found economical up to 4th week of age. After that, feed utilization was not economical for all the groups. In both starter and finisher phase, mineral supplemented groups showed better feed efficiency than control. On the last week of feeding trail blood samples were collected randomly from one bird from each replicate. Blood biochemical parameters like total serum protein, uric acid, cholesterol, ALP, SGOT and SGPT was estimated in collected blood serum. All the blood biochemical parameters were found to be within normal range. After 6 weeks of age, 4 representative birds from each treatment group were randomly selected and slaughtered to study carcass characteristics traits. Dressing %, eviscerated weight % and ready to cook yield % were found to be (P>0.05) similar in all the treatment groups. Thigh, back, neck and wing % varied significantly (P<0.05) among different treatment groups. Though heart and liver % varied significantly among treatment groups, gizzard% remained similar. Periventricular wt. (%) varied significantly among treatments. Though small intestine wt. (%) varied significantly among treatments, small intestine length did not change significantly. Thus, most of the carcass quality traits remained similar after inorganic and nano zinc supplementation. It was concluded that supplementations of zinc nano particles up to the level of 100 ppm of feed improved the growth performance and feed utilization in commercial broiler without affecting blood biochemical and carcass quality traits. Nazim Ali Najeebullah Azizi Advisor Author
