Prevotella stercorea increases fat deposition in Jinhua pigs fed alfalfa grass-based diets

Abstract Background Fat is a key component of body composition in both humans and animals, with intramuscular fat (IMF) being a critical determinant of pork quality. Higher IMF level enhances meat qualities such as flavor, tenderness, and juiciness, directly influencing consumer preference and marke...

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Published in:Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology
Main Authors: Qifan Zhang, Man Du, Yutian Shen, Xiaoxi Lu, Mingliang Jin, Yizhen Wang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-06-01
Subjects:
Intramuscular fat
Jinhua pig
Microbiome
Prevotella
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40104-025-01217-6

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s40104-025-01217-6

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