Sea cucumbers are a unique candidate for the production of a high-value, low-trophic species which may improve fishpond ecosystems by enhancing nutrient cycling.
Studying the microbial community profiles for feral and commercial chickens will be instrumental in understanding the breed differences in development, health, digestion, nutrient absorption and immunity.
Associate Professor Rajesh Jha noted that it is of particular importance when the animal industry is under pressure to produce food animals without antibiotics in their diets.
The initial goal is to track trends in co-enrollment and identify the characteristics of vulnerable populations that do not enroll in eligible programs.