Nagpur Veterinary College is a veterinary college in Nagpur, central India that was established in 1958 with the sole objective of producing graduates in veterinary sciences and animal husbandry to cater the needs of Vidarbha and Marathwada regions of Maharashtra. The initial intake capacity of the college was 45. After the transfer of this college to the Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola (Agriculture University) as its constituent college in 1969, the intake capacity was increased to 65 and then to 100 with further reduction to 80 seats and subsequently it was reduced to 61. During this period post graduate courses were started in nine subjects with intake capacity of two seats per subject. This college w.e.f. year 2001/2002 has been transferred to Maharashtra Animal and Fishery Sciences University.Every year about 10 to 15 students of this institute are selected for post-graduate admissions in other colleges in the country under ICAR programme. Nowadays students are inclined to enter in biomedical research in countries like USA and Europe. College bears huge alumni formed by graduate students, vets and scientist working in USA known by AANUNVC (Alumni association of Nagpur Veterinary College in the USA).In 2005 college has opened Competitive Examination Study Centre through which students are made acquaint with the latest developments in different fields. The Placement Cell has also been established recently to guide and assist the graduates and post-graduates of the institutes for search of jobs and avenues for their further career development.The Nagpur Veterinary College, Nagpur has affiliations with Indian Council of Agriculture Research, State Agricultural University, State Animal Husbandry Department, Maharashtra Veterinary Council, Veterinary Council of India, New Delhi and State Veterinary Universities..
The increasing withdrawal of in-feed antibiotics from poultry production has intensified the search for safe and effective alternatives capable of supporting growth and maintaining intestinal health. The present study evaluated the effects of a Saccharomyces cerevisiae fermented product on the gross morphology, histomorphometry and histochemical characteristics of the intestine in broiler chickens. 50-day-old Vencobb-430 broilers were randomly divided into control and treatment groups, with the treatment group receiving a maize–soybean basal diet supplemented with an S. cerevisiae fermented product. Six birds from each group were sacrificed on days 21 and 42 for assessment of intestinal morphology and histological changes. Live and dressed weights, intestinal weight and length were recorded. Tissue samples from the duodenum, jejunum, ileum and caecum were examined using routine histological and special staining techniques, including haematoxylin and eosin, Van Gieson, Verhoeff, Mallory’s triple stain, periodic acid–Schiff and Alcian blue. Villus height, epithelial cell height, tunic thickness and caecal lymphoid-nodule diameter were quantified by image-based micrometry. Supplementation with the S. cerevisiae fermented product resulted in higher live and dressed weights, increased intestinal length and weight, and marked improvements in intestinal histomorphometry. Villus height was significantly greater in the supplemented birds across the small-intestinal segments, with the most pronounced increase observed in the duodenum. The mucosal and muscular layers were also thicker, accompanied by increased numbers of goblet cells and larger caecal lymphoid nodules. More intense PAS and Alcian blue reactions indicated increased glycogen and acid mucopolysaccharide content in the intestinal epithelium, goblet cells and glands. Overall, dietary supplementation with an S. cerevisiae fermented product enhanced intestinal structural development, mucosal protection and gut-associated lymphoid tissue in broilers. These findings suggest that S. cerevisiae fermented products may serve as promising antibiotic-free feed additives for supporting intestinal health and productive performance in broiler chickens.
This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of essential oil–based teat spray formulations in improving teat skin and teat end condition in dairy cows affected with subclinical mastitis. The experiment was conducted for 90 days at Gorakshan Sabha, Dhantoli, Nagpur. A total of 71 mid-lactating cows were screened using the Modified California Mastitis Test (MCMT), and 24 cows positive for subclinical mastitis were selected. These animals were randomly assigned to three groups (T1, T2, and T3; n = 8 each). Group T1 received a 2% essential oil–based teat dip, T2 received a 2% essential oil–based teat spray, and T3 received a 1% essential oil–based teat spray post-milking. The formulation comprised eucalyptus, peppermint, lavender, and tea tree essential oils. The results revealed that the teat skin score (TSS) and teat end score (TES) improved in all groups over the 90-day period, with no significant differences (P<0.05) among treatments. By day 90, TSS values improved to 1.125 ± 0.125 (T1), 1.125 ± 0.18 (T2), and 1.250 ± 0.16 (T3). TES values improved to 1.375 ± 0.18 (T1), 1.125 ± 0.125 (T2), and 1.5 ± 0.1 (T3), with the best improvement observed in T2.
Background: The hygiene conditions of retail meat shops may influence the quality and safety of chevon offered to consumers. The present study evaluated the physicochemical, microbiological, and sensory quality of raw chevon sold through retail meat shops graded under different Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) hygiene grades in Nagpur, Maharashtra, India. Methods: A total of 99 fresh chevon samples were collected from Grade A, B, and C retail meat shops, with 33 samples per grade. The samples were analysed for pH, water-holding capacity (WHC), water activity (aw), total plate count (TPC), and coliform count. Sensory evaluation was performed using a five-point hedonic scale. Results: The mean pH values of chevon samples from Grades A, B, and C were 5.88±0.08, 6.05±0.07, and 6.08±0.04, respectively. WHC differed significantly among grades, with values of 58.93±0.61, 61.99±0.63, and 62.42±0.59, respectively. Water activity also varied significantly, ranging from 0.97±0.003 in Grade A to 0.91±0.004 in Grade C. Microbiological analysis revealed significantly lower TPC and coliform counts in Grade A samples 3.87±0.42 and 0.80±0.34 (log₁₀CFU/g), respectively) than in Grades B and C. The mean TPC and coliform counts in Grades B and C exceeded the FSSAI limits cited in the study. Sensory scores for colour, odour, and overall acceptability also varied among the grades. Conclusion: The findings indicate an association between FSSAI hygiene grade and selected physicochemical and microbiological characteristics of retail chevon. The lower microbial counts observed in Grade A samples highlight the importance of hygienic meat handling, sanitation, and appropriate storage practices in retail outlets. Strengthening hygiene management and routine monitoring of meat shops may contribute to improved chevon quality and safety.
AbstractA study was conducted to evaluate the nutritional value of Ziziphus mauritiana (Ber, Jujube) fruit as a substitute for maize grain in goats. In an in vitro study, maize was replaced with Z. mauritiana fruit in concentrate feed viz., 0% (C1), 10 (C2), 20 (C3), 30 (C4), 40 (C5), 50 (C6), 60 (C7), 70 (C8), 80 (C9), 90 (C10) and 100% (C11). Z. mauritiana fruit contains dry matter (79.53%), crude protein (7.45%), ether extract (0.17%), crude fibre (10%), nitrogen-free extract (77.92%), calcium (0.14%) and phosphorus (0.05%). In vitro degradability of concentrate mixtures showed significant (P<0.01) decline in dry matter (IVDMD) and crude protein degradability (IVCPD) with increasing replacement levels. Control diet (C1) had the highest IVDMD (83.33%) and IVCPD (86.13%), followed by C2-C5 (IVDMD 76.67-79.33% and IVCPD 78.66-82.73%), which progressively decreased to 70.33% IVDMD and 70.79% IVCPD at 100% replacement (C11). The findings suggest that partial replacement of maize up to 40% is feasible with minimal impact on degradability, while higher inclusion levels substantially reduce nutrient degradability.
The present study was undertaken at the Department of Livestock Production and Management, Nagpur Veterinary College, Nagpur, and Punyashloka Ahilyadevi Sheep and Goat Farm at Bondri, Ramtek, Maharashtra, India, for a total duration of 91 days. For the study, 24 growing Berari goats of about six months of age were selected, and were divided into three groups, viz., Intensive group (T0), Semi-intensive group (T1), and Extensive group (T2) of goat rearing systems with eight goats in each group. The results revealed that the T0 Group (Intensive system) (22.08 ± 0.24 Kg) has a significantly higher (p<0.01) body weight than T2 (Extensive) (20.44 ± 0.34 Kg). Goats of T0 have non significantly higher body weight compared to T1 (20.50 ± 0.50 Kg), and goats of T1 group had significantly (p<0.05) higher body weight as compared to T2 group. The average daily gain for the T0 was 112.10 ± 2.96 gm, T1 94.81 ± 2.72 gm, and T2 77.77 ± 3.03 gm. The weight gain of the goats in the T0 was significantly (p<0.01) higher than T1. The daily weight gain was also significantly (p<0.01) higher in T1 compared to T2.
