Analysis of phospholipid fatty acid (PLFA) composition is one of the most commonly used culture-independent tools for investigating microbial populations in ecological studies. This methodology provides qualitative and quantitative insights into the structure of the microbial community and indicates the main groups of microorganisms present and their abundance. Perhaps the biggest strength of t...

Mechanistic rumen models of Baldwin (1995), Danfaer (1990) and Dijkstra et al. (1992) were compared on identical inputs that were derived from trials with lactating dairy cows fed on grass herbage. Consistent differences were detected between models and between predicted and observed outputs. None of the models seemed to predict all nutrient flows best. The models particularly differed in the r...

Cabbage is a dietary source of micronutrients, vitamins and fiber, vital for human health. samples this study were obtained from selected markets in Ibadan, Nigeria. Serial dilutions membrane filter techniques used to determine microbial load profile the samples. Appropriate culture media detect presence Fungi Bacteria isolated included; Sclerotinia sp, Fusarium Cladosporium Aspergillus Mucor A...