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In vitro data addressing anthelmintic resistance in Haemonchus contortus strains in small ruminants through alternative strategies with a focus on Moringa oleifera extracts

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posted on 2025-06-30, 08:13 authored by Johannes DreyerJohannes Dreyer

This study investigates the use of Moringa oleifera extracts as a natural solution to combat Haemonchus contortus, the parasitic worm responsible for significant production losses and animal health issues in small-stock farming, especially in tropical regions facing rising anthelmintic resistance. By analyzing phytochemical profiles of Moringa oleifera ethanolic leaf and seed extracts via UPLC‑UV/QTOF/MS and conducting in vitro assays. The findings supported the potential of Moringa oleifera as a complementary strategy to enhance the resilience, sustainability, and welfare in sheep production by addressing anthelmintic resistance.

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