Effect of Aqueous Extract of Momordica Charantia Leaf on Growth Performance, Organ Weight and Carcass Characteristics of Broilers

This study evaluated the effects of Aqueous Extract of Momordica charantia Leaf (AEOMCL) on broiler growth performance, organ weight, and carcass characteristics. A total of 150-day-old broiler chicks were randomly assigned to five treatment groups in a completely randomized design, with three replicates of ten birds each. Treatments included: T1 (control, 0% AEOMCL), T2 (20% w/v AEOMCL + vaccine), T3 (20% w/v AEOMCL), T4 (40% w/v AEOMCL + vaccine), and T5 (40% w/v AEOMCL). The extract was prepared by soaking M. charantia leaves at 20% and 40% w/v for 12 hours before filtration. The experiment lasted eight weeks. Results showed a significant decrease (p < 0.05) in final weight, weight gain, and daily weight gain in treated groups, indicating an impact on growth performance. However, carcass yield and organ weight were not significantly affected (p > 0.05). These findings suggest that lower doses of M. charantia extract may be more beneficial for broiler growth. It is recommended that AEOMCL be administered at concentrations below 20% for optimal performance.