Evaluation of Testicular Traits in Uda Rams Fed with Varying Levels of Parkia biglobosa Fruit Pulp in Nigeria

An experiment was conducted to assess the impact of different inclusion levels of Parkia biglobosa yellow pulp on the testicular traits and rectal temperature of Uda rams in a dry sub-humid zone of Nigeria. The study employed a completely randomized design with four replications, where rams were fed diets containing 0%, 10%, 20%, and 30% levels of the fruit pulp. Over a 12-week period, data were collected on rectal temperature and testicular traits. The results revealed no significant differences in testicular parameters across all diet groups (P>0.05), but there was a significant effect on rectal temperature (P<0.05). The study concluded that incorporating up to 30% Parkia biglobosa fruit pulp in the diet of Uda rams does not adversely affect their productive and physiological functions.