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The use of lavender oil (LO) – a commonly, used oil in aromatherapy, with well-defined volatile components linalool and linalyl acetate – in non-traditional medicine is increasing globally. To understand and demonstrate the potential positive effects of LO on the body, we have established an animal model in this current study, investigating the orally administered LO effects genome wide in the rat small intestine, spleen, and liver. The rats were administered LO at 5 mg/kg (usual therapeutic dose in humans) followed by the screening of differentially expressed genes in the tissues, using a 4×44-K whole-genome rat chip (Agilent microarray platform; Agilent Technologies, Palo Alto, CA, USA) in conjunction with a dye-swap approach, a novelty of this study. Fourteen days after LO treatment and compared with a control group (sham), a total of 156 and 154 up (≧ 1.5-fold)- and down (≦ 0.75-fold)-regulated genes, 174 and 66 up- (≧ 1.5-fold)- and down (≦ 0.75-fold)-regulated genes, and 222 and 322 up- (≧ 1.5-fold)- and down (≦ 0.75-fold)-regulated genes showed differential expression at the mRNA level in the small intestine, spleen and liver, respectively. The reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) validation of highly up- and down-regulated genes confirmed the regulation of the Papd4, Lrp1b, Alb, Cyr61, Cyp2c, and Cxcl1 genes by LO as examples in these tissues. Using bioinformatics, including Ingenuity Pathway Analysis (IPA), differentially expressed genes were functionally categorized by their Gene Ontology (GO) and biological function and network analysis, revealing their diverse functions and potential roles in LO-mediated effects in rat. Further IPA analysis in particular unraveled the presence of novel genes, such as Papd4, Or8k5, Gprc5b, Taar5, Trpc6, Pld2 and Onecut3 (up-regulated top molecules) and Tnf, Slc45a4, Slc25a23 and Samt4 (down-regulated top molecules), to be influenced by LO treatment in the small intestine, spleen and liver, respectively. These results are the first such inventory of genes that are affected by lavender essential oil (LO) in an animal model, forming the basis for further in-depth bioinformatics and functional analyses and investigation.

Lavender oil (LO) is commonly used oil in aromatherapy, with well-defined volatile components linalool and linalyl acetate, in non-traditional medicine. To understand and demonstrate the potential positive effects of LO on the body, we have established an animal model for investigating the orally administered LO effects genome-wide in the rat tissues. In this data submission, we investigate the effect of LO ingestion in the blood. These results are the first such inventory of genes that are affected by lavender essential oil (LO) in the blood of an animal model, forming the basis for further functional analysis and investigation. Briefly, rats were administered LO at 5 mg/kg (usual therapeutic dose in humans) followed by screening of differentially expressed genes in the tissues, using a 4×44-K whole-genome rat chip (Agilent microarray platform; Agilent Technologies, Palo Alto, CA, USA) in conjunction with a dye-swap approach.

Index Time Series for ProShares UltraShort Bloomberg Crude Oil. The frequency of the observation is daily. Moving average series are also typically included. The fund seeks to meet its investment objective by investing, under normal market conditions, in any one of, or combinations of, Financial Instruments (including swap agreements, futures contracts, forward contracts, and option contracts) based on WTI sweet, light crude oil. It will not invest directly in oil.

Oil Furnace Market Outlook

According to our latest research, the global oil furnace market size reached USD 8.4 billion in 2024, reflecting a steady demand from both residential and commercial sectors. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.2% from 2025 to 2033, culminating in a forecasted market size of USD 11.1 billion by 2033. This growth is primarily driven by the ongoing need for reliable and efficient heating solutions in regions with colder climates, as well as technological advancements in furnace design and energy efficiency.

One of the primary growth factors for the oil furnace market is the increasing demand for energy-efficient heating systems across developed and developing economies. As global awareness around energy consumption and carbon emissions rises, end-users are actively seeking oil furnaces that offer higher efficiency ratings and lower operational costs. The integration of advanced burner technologies, improved heat exchangers, and smart controls are further enhancing the efficiency and appeal of modern oil furnaces. These innovations not only help homeowners and businesses reduce their energy bills but also align with evolving environmental regulations, making them a preferred choice in both retrofit and new installation scenarios. Additionally, the ability of oil furnaces to deliver consistent and robust heating in extreme winter conditions continues to make them indispensable in regions where alternative heating options may be less reliable or cost-effective.

Another significant driver for the oil furnace market is the replacement and upgrade cycle of aging heating infrastructure, particularly in North America and parts of Europe. A substantial portion of the installed base in these regions comprises older, less efficient oil furnaces that are nearing the end of their operational lifespan. As a result, there is a growing trend among homeowners and facility managers to replace outdated units with modern, high-efficiency models. This replacement demand is further supported by various government incentives and rebate programs aimed at encouraging the adoption of energy-efficient heating systems. Moreover, the rising cost of alternative fuels and electricity in certain markets has reinforced the attractiveness of oil-based heating, especially in areas not served by natural gas pipelines. This combination of factors is expected to sustain healthy market growth over the forecast period.

The expansion of the oil furnace market is also being fueled by increasing construction activities in the residential and commercial sectors, particularly in colder regions of the world. New housing developments, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities are driving the need for reliable and cost-effective heating solutions. Oil furnaces, with their proven track record of performance and adaptability to various building types, continue to be a popular choice among builders and contractors. Furthermore, the market is witnessing a gradual shift towards integrated heating systems that combine oil furnaces with renewable energy sources or hybrid configurations, offering end-users greater flexibility and sustainability. These trends are expected to create new growth opportunities for manufacturers and suppliers in the coming years.

From a regional perspective, North America remains the largest market for oil furnaces, accounting for a significant share of global sales in 2024. This dominance is attributed to the widespread use of oil-based heating in the United States and Canada, particularly in the Northeast and Midwest regions. Europe follows closely, with strong demand in countries such as Germany, the United Kingdom, and Scandinavia. Meanwhile, the Asia Pacific region is emerging as a promising market, driven by increasing urbanization and rising disposable incomes in countries like China, Japan, and South Korea. Latin America and the Middle East & Africa, while currently smaller markets, are expected to witness moderate growth due to expanding construction activities and the need for reliable heating solutions in select areas.

Product Type Analysis

The oil furnace market is segmented by product type into Forced Air Oil Furnace, Gravity Oil Furnace, High-Efficiency Oil Furnace, and others. Forced air oil furnaces continue to dominate the market due to their widespread adoption in residential and light commercial applications. These systems utilize a blower to distribute heated air

This project evaluates technical and economic aspects of using coal to replace lower tier crude oil as fuel for thermal enhanced oil recovery steam generation in Kern County, California. Replacing this oil by an alternate fuel would increase the amount of oil available for sale by approximately 30%. The primary consideration in the evaluation is compliance with emission limitations as proposed in the California Air Resources Board (CARB), Model Rule on April 26, 1978. Three coal technolgies were evaluated: coal-oil mixtures, coal gasification, and fluidized bed combustion. coal-oil mixtures and coal gasification were evaluated for retrofit application. Fludized bed combustion was evaluated from the standpoint of providing replacement or future steam generating capacity.

A one-dimensional model was developed for predicting motion of thermal fronts through an oil-shale rubble column. This model provides a simple method for planning new retort runs and for carrying out preliminary analyses of past experiments. The expressions used to describe front movement are simple algebraic equations that can be solved easily using a hand calculator. Typical values are listed for the required input quantities and give several examples of model usage. The model is not intended to replace existing more-sophisticated one-dimensional retorting codes. Instead, it should augment these modeling efforts by making better use of each computer-model run and by providing insight into the important chemical and physical processes involved in oil-shale retorting.

The price of Urals crude oil was recorded at 16.77 U.S. dollars per barrel below the benchmark Brent on September 20, 2023 (based on a rolling average of the past five days). The difference increased after a price cap on Russian oil was announced on December 2, 2022, and took effect on December 5, 2022, but it has been decreasing since end-March 2023. At the end of February 2022 and throughout March 2022, the discount rose significantly, reflecting the market reaction to the Russia-Ukraine war. In August 2023, the average price of Urals oil reached 74.5 U.S. dollars per barrel.

Russian oil price cap In December 2022, members of the G7, together with the European Union (EU) and Australia, limited the price of one barrel of Russian oil to 60 U.S. dollars in response to the war in Ukraine. The cap was planned to be reviewed every two months to reflect future market developments. The Russian government stated it would not supply oil to the countries imposing a price ceiling on its oil. While the effect of the ban on global oil prices is yet to be seen, it is expected that the ban would benefit other oil producing countries, as the EU would have to replace Russian supplies with other routes. Germany and Poland were the leading importers of Russian oil in the EU in 2021.

EU ban on Russian oil imports
The EU ban on Russian seaborne crude oil imports, announced in June 2022, took effect on December 5, 2022. Furthermore, refined petroleum products will be included from February 5, 2023. Even though the EU prohibited imports of Russian oil and refined products, it still allowed their transport to non-EU countries as long as they are purchased for 60 U.S. dollars per barrel or lower. As a result of the ban, Russia's oil production was forecast to decline to 438 million metric tons in 2022, down 10 percent from the previous year.

New de novo sources of omega 3 (n-3) long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LC-PUFA) are required as alternatives to fish oil in aquafeeds in order to maintain adequate levels of the beneficial fatty acids, eicosapentaenoic and docosahexaenoic (EPA and DHA, respectively). The present study investigated the use of an EPA+DHA oil derived from transgenic Camelina sativa in Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) feeds containing low levels of fishmeal (35%) and fish oil (10%), reflecting current commercial formulations, to determine the impacts on tissue fatty acid profile, intestinal transcriptome, and health of farmed salmon. Post-smolt Atlantic salmon were fed for 12-weeks with one of three experimental diets containing either a blend of fish oil/rapeseed oil (FO), wild-type camelina oil (WCO) or transgenic camelina oil (DCO) as added lipid source. The DCO diet did not affect any of the fish performance or health parameters studied. Analyses of the mid and hindgut transcriptomes showed only mild effects on metabolism. Flesh of fish fed the DCO diet accumulated almost double the amount of n-3 LC-PUFA than fish fed the FO or WCO diets, indicating that these oils from transgenic oilseeds offer the opportunity to increase the n-3 LC-PUFA in farmed fish to levels comparable to those found a decade ago.

The expansion of tropical agriculture is a major driver of the extinction crisis. A key question is whether biodiversity losses can be minimized by restricting future expansion to low-productivity farmland and retaining forest fragments, especially in rapidly changing Neotropical landscapes. We investigated these methods in the context of avian phylogenetic diversity, which summarizes the evolutionary history preserved within communities. Evidence suggests that phylogenetic diversity plays an important role in maintaining key ecosystem functions. We collected data on avian communities in the Colombian Llanos, a region highlighted as being optimal for the expansion of oil palm, at the expense of existing habitats including forest remnants and improved cattle pastures. PD, a measure of phylogenetic richness, and MPD, a measure of the phylogenetic distance between individuals in a community in deep evolutionary time, were significantly higher in forest than in oil palm or pasture, but did not differ significantly between oil palm and pasture. MNTD, a measure of distance between individuals in a community at the intra-familial and intra-generic level, was significantly higher in oil palm and pasture than in forest. However, median evolutionary distinctiveness (ED) was highest in pasture, partly due to the abundance of distinct waterbirds, but did not differ between oil palm and forest. PD in oil palm and pasture increased with the extent of remnant forest cover. Synthesis and applications. The PD (a measure of phylogenetic richness) and MPD (a measure of the phylogenetic distance) of bird communities in this region can best be conserved by ensuring that new oil palm plantations replace pasturelands rather than forest. A secondary benefit of preserving forest would be the enhancement of PD in the surrounding agricultural landscape. This strategy will need to be coupled with measures to either reduce pasture demand or to intensify existing cattle production to ensure that forest is not replaced by pasture elsewhere.

An international project developed, quality-tested, and determined isotope−δ values of 19 new organic reference materials (RMs) for hydrogen, carbon, and nitrogen stable isotope-ratio measurements, in addition to analyzing pre-existing RMs NBS 22 (oil), IAEA-CH-7 (polyethylene foil), and IAEA-600 (caffeine). These new RMs enable users to normalize measurements of samples to isotope−δ scales. The RMs span a range of δ2HVSMOW‑SLAP values from −210.8 to +397.0 mUr or ‰, for δ13CVPDB‑LSVEC from −40.81 to +0.49 mUr and for δ15NAir from −5.21 to +61.53 mUr. Many of the new RMs are amenable to gas and liquid chromatography. The RMs include triads of isotopically contrasting caffeines, C16 n-alkanes, n-C20-fatty acid methyl esters (FAMEs), glycines, and l-valines, together with polyethylene powder and string, one n-C17-FAME, a vacuum oil (NBS 22a) to replace NBS 22 oil, and a 2H-enriched vacuum oil. A total of 11 laboratories from 7 countries used multiple analytical approaches and instrumentation for 2-point isotopic normalization against international primary measurement standards. The use of reference waters in silver tubes allowed direct normalization of δ2H values of organic materials against isotopic reference waters following the principle of identical treatment. Bayesian statistical analysis yielded the mean values reported here. New RMs are numbered from USGS61 through USGS78, in addition to NBS 22a. Because of exchangeable hydrogen, amino acid RMs currently are recommended only for carbon- and nitrogen-isotope measurements. Some amino acids contain 13C and carbon-bound organic 2H-enrichments at different molecular sites to provide RMs for potential site-specific isotopic analysis in future studies.

The demand for fossil fuel in today’s world is increasing at a higher pace with rapid population growth and industrial development. The reserve for petroleum-based fossil fuels is finite which necessitates searching for alternative fuels. At the same time the use of waste plastics in modern world is increasing at a higher pace. To reduce environmental pollution and keep economy moving it is crucial to find out smart ways of managing ever increasing amount of waste plastics in Municipal Solid Waste (MSW). Pyrolytic oil from waste plastic has high potential to be used as a substitute for conventional diesel due to its higher heating values and fuel properties. For my PhD research, mixed waste plastics were used for pyrolysis in a pilot pyrolizer and operated in batch mode. In my PhD research project optimization of pyrolysis process, characterization of obtained waste plastic pyrolytic oil has been discussed followed by post treatment procedures (mainly distillation and hydrotreatment) available for valorising Waste Plastic Oil (WPO).The pyrolytic liquid has lighter colour after distillation and hydrotreatment compared to crude oil state and significant improvement of other properties has been achieved. A four-cylinder, indirect injection, naturally aspirated, compression ignition diesel engine was tested for performance, emission, and combustion characteristics by using WPO and its blends (with diesel fuel). The results were compared with results obtained by using neat diesel fuel. From the study a conclusion was reached that waste plastic oil has potential to replace commercial petroleum-based fossil fuels and can be used as a drop in fuel for diesel engine.

The aim of this study is to evaluate the effect of cellulose fibers from oil palm fronds on the mechanical properties of polylactic acid (PLA) composites. PLA has a great potential to replace petroleum-based plastic, due to its high stiffness and strength are comparable to polystyrene. Nevertheless, the low heat resistance, brittleness and slow crystallization characteristics of PLA are its drawback. To overcome PLA limitation, one of the best solution is natural fiber addition into PLA to produce green composite. Natural fiber from oil palm frond (OPF) is renewable and available excessively in oil palm plantation during cultivation and harvesting time. Three major components of natural fiber are cellulose, lignin and hemicellulose. After pulping and bleaching, lignin and hemicellulose of oil palm frond fiber will be removed and set aside cellulose fiber which performance as reinforcing agent in PLA composite. The green composites were prepared by mixing OPF cellulose fibers and PLA in an organic solvent with various fibers content (5 wt%, 10 wt%, 15 wt%) and various plasticizer (5 wt%, 10wt%). Mechanical properties data show that addition of pulp fibers improved the Young modulus of PLA composite. Proceeding ASEAN COSAT, P: 473 - 482

Abstract Physical-chemical and rheological properties of pork batters as affected by replacing pork back-fat with pre-emulsified sesame oil were investigated. Replacement of pork back-fat with pre-emulsified sesame oil, improved L* value, moisture and protein content, hardness, cohesiveness, and chewiness, declined a* value, fat content and energy, but not affect cooking yield. When used pre-emulsified sesame oil to replace pork back-fat 50%, the sample had the highest L* value and texture. According to the results of dynamic rheological, replaced pork back-fat by pre-emulsified sesame oil increased the storage modulus (G') values at 80 °C, and formed firm gel. The result of Low-field nuclear magnetic resonance (LF-NMR) shown that the batters with pre-emulsified sesame oil had higher water holding capacity than the control. Overall, the batters with pre-emulsified sesame oil enabled lowering of fat and energy contents, making the pork batter had better texture.

The process of hydraulic fracturing for recovery of oil and natural gas uses large amounts of fresh water and produces a comparable amount of wastewater, much of which is typically transported by truck. Truck transport of water is an expensive and energy-intensive process with significant external costs including roads damages, and pollution. The integrated development plan (IDP) is the industry nomenclature for an integrated oil and gas infrastructure system incorporating pipeline-based transport of water and wastewater, centralized water treatment, and high rates of wastewater recycling. These IDP have been proposed as an alternative to truck transport systems so as to mitigate many of the economic and environmental problems associated with natural gas production, but the economic and environmental performance of these systems have not been analyzed to date. This study presents a quantification of lifecycle greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and road damages of a generic oil and gas field, and of an oil and gas development sited in the Denver-Julesburg basin in the northern Colorado region of the US. Results demonstrate that a reduction in economic and environmental externalities can be derived from the development of these IDP-based pipeline water transportation systems. IDPs have marginal utility in reducing GHG emissions and road damage when they are used to replace in-field water transport, but can reduce GHG emissions and road damage by factors of as much as 6 and 7 respectively, when used to replace fresh water transport and waste-disposal routes for exemplar Northern Colorado oil and gas fields.

Cork is a renewable, biocompatible, environmentally friendly and abundant biological material with microscale cellular structure. Fabrication of filtration membranes for the separation of oil and water by utilizing such natural materials to replace nonnatural membranes is a green method. A cork membrane with a water contact angle greater than 150° and an oil contact angle close to 0° was fabricated by chemically modifying cork membranes with 1H, 1H, 2H, 2H-perfluorodecyltrichlorosilane. The special wettability was achieved owing to the cellular structure and the surface composition of the cork membrane. Just like nonnatural filtration membranes, natural cork membranes exhibited excellent permeability for oils. After at least 40 cycles of oil-removal processes, the separation efficiency of the membrane was still above 99.1%. Under harsh conditions such as strong acid/alkali, high humidity, and high temperature environments, the wettability and separation efficiency exhibited excellent stability and durability. This method offers an opportunity to the practical applications of the superhydrophobic cork membrane.

Oil-Less Air Compressors Market Outlook

The global oil-less air compressors market has shown a remarkable trajectory, with the market size reaching approximately $13.5 billion in 2023. Driven by increasing demand across various industries, the market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%, reaching a forecasted size of $24 billion by 2032. One of the primary growth factors fueling this market expansion is the enhanced preference for maintenance-free and environmentally friendly air compressor solutions. The oil-less air compressors, known for their capability to deliver compressed air devoid of oil contamination, are witnessing surging adoption in applications where air purity is paramount.

The manufacturing sector's increasing reliance on automation and precision-driven processes is significantly propelling the demand for oil-less air compressors. As industries seek to optimize efficiency and reduce downtime, the need for reliable, oil-free compressed air solutions becomes vital. These compressors provide a dependable source of compressed air, minimizing the risks of oil contamination in products and processes. Furthermore, stringent regulations regarding emissions and environmental impact bolster the demand for these compressors, as they align with green technology initiatives. This demand is particularly notable in sectors like food and beverage and electronics, where product integrity is critical.

Additionally, the healthcare industry is witnessing a rising demand for oil-less air compressors due to their ability to deliver uncontaminated air, which is crucial for medical applications. In hospitals and laboratories, where compressed air is used for various purposes including surgical instruments and respiratory devices, the oil-free nature of these compressors ensures compliance with stringent health and safety standards. The growing healthcare infrastructure, particularly in developing regions, further accentuates the demand for these compressors, providing a significant market boost. Moreover, advancements in compressor technologies, leading to quieter and more energy-efficient models, enhance their appeal across diverse sectors.

The global shift towards sustainable and energy-efficient solutions is another crucial growth driver for the oil-less air compressors market. As industries globally strive to achieve sustainability goals, the adoption of oil-less technologies aligns with efforts to reduce carbon footprints and energy consumption. These compressors not only eliminate the environmental hazards associated with oil disposal but also offer superior energy efficiency compared to their oil-lubricated counterparts. Incentives and subsidies from governments promoting eco-friendly technologies add an extra layer of impetus to market growth, encouraging industries to replace outdated equipment with modern, oil-less alternatives.

Silent Oil-free Air Compressors are gaining traction as industries increasingly prioritize noise reduction alongside air purity. These compressors are designed to operate with minimal sound, making them ideal for environments where noise pollution is a concern, such as hospitals, laboratories, and urban manufacturing facilities. The technology behind silent compressors involves advanced engineering techniques that minimize vibrations and optimize airflow, ensuring that operations remain discreet without compromising on performance. As urban areas expand and noise regulations become more stringent, the demand for silent oil-free compressors is expected to rise, offering a dual benefit of maintaining air quality while adhering to noise control standards. This trend is particularly relevant in sectors where maintaining a quiet environment is crucial for both operational efficiency and compliance with local noise ordinances.

From a regional perspective, North America and Europe represent substantial markets for oil-less air compressors, driven by established industrial bases and stringent regulatory frameworks. However, the Asia Pacific region is anticipated to witness the fastest growth, attributed to rapid industrialization and infrastructural development in countries like China and India. The increasing focus on renewable energy and environmental sustainability in these regions further supports market expansion. Latin America and the Middle East & Africa also hold potential, with emerging industrial sectors and growing awareness of the benefits of oil-less technologies propelling demand.

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Corn rose to 420.55 USd/BU on October 8, 2025, up 0.19% from the previous day. Over the past month, Corn's price has risen 0.19%, but it is still 0.11% lower than a year ago, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Corn - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on October of 2025.

ABSTRACT The effects of either functional oil or antibiotic growth promoter supplementation on broiler breeders and their offspring were assessed in 2 experiments. In Experiment I, 16,400 broiler breeders (22 weeks old) were distributed into 2 experimental groups, one supplemented with 1,500 ppm of a commercial blend of functional oils (active ingredients: cashew nutshell liquid and castor oil) and the other with 500 ppm of bacitracin methylene disalicylate (BMD). Laying rates, fertility, embryonic mortality, and egg characteristics were measured from weeks 25 to 46. In Experiment II, 720 one day old male chicks, born from 42 week old breeders, from each one of the two treatments in Experiment I, were supplemented with either 10 ppm of enramycin or 1,500 ppm of the same functional oils as in Experiment I to study whether there were any maternal diet carry-over effects. Functional oils decreased embryonic mortality from 11.01% to 9.64% (P < 0.03) when compared to BMD. However, a functional oil link increase in egg weight did not result in either heavier chicks or statistically significant better offspring performance. Nonetheless, a possible benefit of the functional oil supplementation on the offspring weight at 42 d cannot be excluded. The type of additive supplemented during Experiment II did not affect any performance parameters. In conclusion, functional oils could successfully replace antibiotic growth promoters in broiler breeders as embryonic mortality decreased. Finally, when functional oils were supplemented to the offspring, the performance was similar to that of a commonly used antibiotic growth promoter.

ABSTRACT Dietary inclusion of lipid sources has been one of the methods adopted by nutritionists aiming at better energy balancing. However, alternative energy feedstuffs have been sought in an attempt to reduce production costs. In this regard, lipid sources that can replace conventional ones, such as beef tallow, cottonseed oil, and sunflower oil have been investigated. The objective of this study was to examine the effects of different lipid sources on the performance, egg quality, biometrics of digestive organs, and bone quality of white-egg commercial layers in the first production cycle. A total of 216 Hy-Line White layers at 70 weeks of age, weighing 1.701 ± 0.103 kg, were used in a completely randomized design with four treatments and six replicates. The diets provided to them contained equal amounts of protein, calories, and amino acids, with only the lipid source varying - soybean oil (control), cottonseed oil, beef tallow, and sunflower oil. No significant effect of lipid sources was observed on any of the performance or egg-quality variables assessed (p>0.05). Biometric variables were not influenced by lipid sources, except for abdominal fat, which was highest in the birds receiving the beef-tallow treatments and lowest in birds fed the sunflower-oil diets (p