Acute toxicity of gossypol in northern bobwhites

Gossypol, a secondary metabolite found in cotton (Gossypium spp.), is known to be toxic to a variety of animals, particularly monogastric mammals and commercial poultry (Gallus domesticus). Gossypol toxicosis in poultry include reduced weight, decreased egg production, and egg yolk discolouration. H...

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Main Authors: Amy L. Farthing, Thomas W. Schwertner, David J. Gasper, Heather A. Mathewson, Kimberly A. Guay
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2019-01-01
Series:Journal of Applied Animal Research
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09712119.2019.1633333