Throughout
the experimental period, the average
daily weight gain tended to be highest in
the group that received tamarind seed coat
extract at 100 mg/kg in their diet. The feed
intake and feed conversion rate of broilers
in all groups were not significantly different
(P>0.05). This study demonstrated that
tamarind seed coat extract has a property
similar to antibiotic feed additives and
provides slightly improved average daily
weight gain.