Growth and Meat Quality of Broiler Chicken (Gallus GallusDomesticus) In Response

to the Various Color of the Light and the Different Levelsof

Madre Agua as Feed Supplement.

Chapter 1

INTRODUCTION

Poultry farming is a significant source of revenue generation for small farmers on developing

countries. It plays a vital role in fulfilling the daily protein requirements of human through

meat and egg consumption (Attia et. al, 2022). During the rise of the pandemic, production of

raw materials and services were hampered due to strict restrictions of health protocols. This

crisis affected different departments including poultry farming, specifically meat and egg

production.

Broiler chicken is known to be the most intensive branch of animal since they will be use for

meat production. It is characterized by very fast reproduction, short breeding periods, and

relatively low investment, which compared to other branches of livestock production which

allow faster turnover and, thus, efficient and economical production (Puvaca, 2018). On the

other hand, chicken meat is characterized by favorable nutritional composition; easy

digestibility and high energy value (Lorenzo et al, 2014). In the economic aspect, it is

available to all segments of society as it is accepted by all cultures and religion (Corsello et.

al, 2016)

Therefore, the modern production of broiler chicken is considered as important part of the

chain of food production for the global population, which is increasing everyday and aims to

meet high legal regulations for quality and safe products for human consumption.

The quality and safety of feed for broiler chickens are not only key factors in meeting

production properties but also to increase production and improve the quality of food in

animal origin, such as meat. To maximize the genetic potential of a chicken, it is important to
satisfy their physiological needs, and strive for nutritional mixtures to be nutritionally

balanced.

However, dietary supplements nowadays are being used to supply the needed nutritional

benefits

General Objectives

To assess the response of broiler chicken to the Various color of lights and levels of
Madre Agua as a feed supplement in their growth and meat quality

Specific Objectives:

 To measure the growth of the broiler chicken in response to the various colors of
lights

 To measure the growth of the broiler chicken in response to the levels of Madre Agua
as a food supplement

 To determine the meat quality of the broiler chicken in response to the various colors
of lights

 To determine the meat quality of the broiler chicken in response to the levels of
Madre Agua as a food supplement

Statement of the Problem

1. What is the significant difference between various color of lights to the growth of
broiler chicken?

2. What is the significant difference between levels of Madre de Agua as a feed

supplement to the growth of broiler chicken?
 3. What is the significant difference between the various color of lights to the meat
quality of broiler chicken?

4. What is the significant difference between the levels of Madre de Agua as a feed
supplement to the meat quality of boiler chicken?

Null Hypothesis

 There is no significant difference between the various colors of lights to the growth of
broiler chicken

 There is no significant difference between the levels of Madre Agua as a feed

supplement to the growth of broiler chicken

 There is no significant difference between the various colors of lightsto the meat
quality of broiler chicken

 There is no significant difference between the levels of Madre Agua as a supplement

to the meat quality of broiler chicken

Review of Literature

1. Title: Growth Performance, Blood Dynamics and Sensory Characteristics of Broilers Fed
with Madre De Agua (Trichatheragigantea) Leaf Meal
Author: Freddie O. Libatiqua
Date: 2021

2. Title: A New Method to Manipulate Broiler Chicken Growth and Metabolism: Response to
Mixed LED Light System
Authors: Yefeng Young, Yonghua Yu, Jinming Pan, Yibin Ying & Hong Zhou
Date: 2016

3. Title: Comparison of Two Led Light Bulbs to a Dimmable CFL and their Effects on
Broiler Chicken Growth, Stress and Fear.
Authors: Jesse C. Huth& Gregory S. Archer
Date: 2015

4. Title: Effects of Color of Lights on preferences, performance and welfare in broilers

Author: Anja B. Riber
Date: 2015
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5. Title:Effects of Different Levels of Madre de Agua, lead tree and Horseradish Fresh Leaf
as Partial Replacement of Feeds on Egg Production Performance of Mallard Duck.
Author: Charlie D. Lacayanga
Date: 2015