U Ramshon, K Puro*, R Shrestha, Z Hussain, R Katiyar and S Deori

Division of Animal and Fisheries Sciences, ICAR-RC for NEH Region, Umiam – 793103, Meghalaya, India

*Corresponding Author: K Puro, Division of Animal and Fisheries Sciences, ICAR-RC for NEH Region, Umiam – 793103, Meghalaya, India.

Received: July 14, 2026; Published: August 06, 2026

Abstract

Climate stress significantly affects poultry productivity, welfare, and immune competence, especially in rural and low-input production systems. Increasing interest in phytogenic feed additives has highlighted Curcuma rhizome powder as a promising natural supplement due to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory properties. Curcumin, the principal bioactive compound of Curcuma rhizome, has been reported to improve growth performance, immune response, antioxidant enzyme activity, and physiological stability in poultry exposed to environmental stress. Several studies demonstrate that dietary turmeric or curcumin supplementation improves feed efficiency, reduces oxidative stress markers, and enhances productivity in broilers and laying hens under heat stress conditions. This review summarizes the mechanisms, experimental evidence, and practical application potential of Curcuma spp. rhizome supplementation for mitigating climate stress in poultry production systems. It also highlights the bioavailability challenges and dosage optimization. Improving bioavailability, determining optimal inclusion levels, and evaluating cost-effectiveness for rural poultry production remain key research priorities for integrating curcuma supplementation into climate-resilient poultry production strategies.

 Keywords: Curcumin; Phytogenic Feed Additives; Rural Poultry; Oxidative Stress; Climate Resilience

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Citation

Citation: K Puro., et al. “Harnessing Curcuma Rhizome to Combat Climate Stress in Poultry: Mechanistic Insights, Emerging Applications, and Opportunities for Sustainable Rural Poultry Farming". Acta Scientific Veterinary Sciences 8.2 (2026): 01-08.

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