Evaluation of beta‐apo‐8'‐garotenal as an egg yolk pigmenter |
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| Authors: | J. R. Couch F. M. Farr |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Department of Poultry Science , Texas A &2. M University, College Station , Texas, 77843, U.S.A. |
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| Abstract: | Beta‐apo‐8'‐carotenal has been shown to be an effective egg yolk pigmenter when fed singly or in combination with dehydrated alfalfa and yellow corn. More effective pigmentation appeared to have been obtained with the lower levels of the β‐apo‐8'‐carotenal supplemented to diets containing dehydrated alfalfa and yellow corn. The compound can be used alone in a pigment‐free diet to obtain satisfactory egg yolk pigmentation. |
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