The lactation-pregnancy overlap in the industrialized 49-d breeding model increases nutritional demands for lactating-pregnant rabbit does. This study examined the effects of folic acid (FA) on the production performance and intestinal microflora of does with different litter sizes (LS, or number of kits). A total of 144 third-parity Hyplus does, aged 11 mo and weighing approximately 5.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntramuscular fat (IMF) content is a predominant factor recognized to affect rabbit meat quality, directly impacting flavor, juiciness, and consumer preference. Despite its significance, the major interplay of genetic and epigenetic factors regulating IMF in rabbits remains largely unexplored. This review sheds light on this critical knowledge gap, offering valuable insights and future directions.
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