Rapid population growth and urbanization in developing nations are driving up demand for meat and other high-protein meals sourced from animals. In the recent years, there has been a growth in the poultry industry's supply chain. The recent growth in demand for antibiotic-free, organically produced food has boosted interest in research on using natural plant components to replace synthetic versions. Turmeric (Zingiberaceae family) is one of the natural additives. Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is mostly used in food preparation for its nutritional and medicinal qualities. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of Raw Turmeric Rhizome on broiler chicken health and performance. There were ninety-six healthy chicks chosen for this study. The birds were divided into three groups, each consisting of thirty-two individuals. Each group was further divided into four groups of eight birds and there were four treatment levels of diets (Control, Low, Medium, and High turmeric feed) in a completely randomized design (CRD). Various parameters including (Initial body weight (g/bird), Final body weight (g/bird), Body weight gain, Mortality rate, Feed intake and Feed conversion ratio (FCR)) were observed. These results suggest that increasing levels of raw turmeric supplementation had a positive impact on hematological parameters in broiler chickens, indicating potential health benefits and on overall performance of broiler chicken.

Index Terms- Mortality rate, hematological parameters, additives, Feed conversion ratio (FCR)