SPECIES Scientific Research
This section contains collections of links to research papers and articles on CHICKENS.
Feed
Effect of Red Pepper (Capsicum frutescens) Powder or Red Pepper Pigment on the Performance and Egg Yolk Color of Laying Hens
- Results suggest red pepper powder and pigment are effective feed additives for improving egg yolk color for laying hens.
- Results found hypertrophied (enlarged/excessive) intestinal villi and epithelial cell function. Egg yolk color increased.