Efecto del uso de aceite de cannabis sobre los parámetros productivos en Pollos de engorda Broiler Cobb 500

The research evaluated the impact of cannabis oil on the feed of Broiler Cobb 500 chickens, considering both productive and organoleptic aspects. A random experiment was conducted with 120 chickens divided into four groups: one control with pure water and three with different concentrations of cannabis oil (1 ml, 2 ml, and 3 ml). For six weeks, parameters such as food intake, weight gain, and feed conversion were measured. Data were analyzed with two-way ANOVA and Tukey’s test, allowing detailed comparisons between treatment groups. The results showed that cannabis oil in Broiler Cobb 500 chicken diet had a positive effect on feed intake and weight gain, especially highlighting the group treated with 2 ml cannabis oil. This group showed significant improvements in food conversion and proved to be the most cost-effective in the cost-benefit analysis, outperforming the control group and the other treated groups. Sensory analyzes confirmed that the cannabis oil did not negatively affect the quality of the meat in terms of taste, smell and texture, maintaining an acceptable profile for consumption.In addition, the research addressed ethical and safety aspects, ensuring that the use of the cannabis oil will comply with legal regulations and will not pose health risks to consumers. The obtained data provide valuable information to improve the sustainability and profitability of the poultry industry in Ecuador, and open the door for future research on the potential of cannabis oil in animal feed

The research evaluated the impact of cannabis oil on the feed of Broiler Cobb 500 chickens, considering both productive and organoleptic aspects. A random experiment was conducted with 120 chickens divided into four groups: one control with pure water and three with different concentrations of cannabis oil (1 ml, 2 ml, and 3 ml). For six weeks, parameters such as food intake, weight gain, and feed conversion were measured. Data were analyzed with two-way ANOVA and Tukey’s test, allowing detailed comparisons between treatment groups. The results showed that cannabis oil in Broiler Cobb 500 chicken diet had a positive effect on feed intake and weight gain, especially highlighting the group treated with 2 ml cannabis oil. This group showed significant improvements in food conversion and proved to be the most cost-effective in the cost-benefit analysis, outperforming the control group and the other treated groups. Sensory analyzes confirmed that the cannabis oil did not negatively affect the quality of the meat in terms of taste, smell and texture, maintaining an acceptable profile for consumption.In addition, the research addressed ethical and safety aspects, ensuring that the use of the cannabis oil will comply with legal regulations and will not pose health risks to consumers. The obtained data provide valuable information to improve the sustainability and profitability of the poultry industry in Ecuador, and open the door for future research on the potential of cannabis oil in animal feed

La investigación evaluó el impacto del aceite de cannabis en la alimentación de pollos Broiler Cobb 500, considerando tanto aspectos productivos como organolépticos. Se realizó un experimento al azar con 120 pollos divididos en cuatro grupos: uno de control con agua pura y tres con diferentes concentraciones de aceite de cannabis (1 ml, 2 ml, y 3 ml). Durante seis semanas, se midieron parámetros como el consumo de alimento, la ganancia de peso y la conversión alimenticia. Los datos fueron analizados con ANOVA bifactorial y la prueba de Tukey, permitiendo comparaciones detalladas entre los grupos de tratamiento. Los resultados mostraron que el aceite de cannabis en la dieta de pollos Broiler Cobb 500 tuvo un efecto positivo en el consumo de alimento y en la ganancia de peso, destacando especialmente el grupo tratado con 2 ml de aceite de cannabis. Este grupo mostró mejoras significativas en la conversión alimenticia y resultó ser el más rentable en el análisis de la relación costo-beneficio, superando al grupo control y a los otros grupos tratados. Los análisis sensoriales confirmaron que el aceite de cannabis no afectó negativamente la calidad de la carne en cuanto a sabor, olor y textura, manteniendo un perfil aceptable para el consumo.Además, la investigación abordó aspectos éticos y de seguridad, garantizando que el uso del aceite de cannabis cumpliera con las normativas legales y no representara riesgos para la salud de los consumidores. Los datos obtenidos aportan información valiosa para mejorar la sostenibilidad y rentabilidad de la industria avícola en Ecuador, y abren la puerta a futuras investigaciones sobre el potencial del aceite de cannabis en la alimentación animal.