Agricultural, forestry, and fisheries sciences play a pivotal role in ensuring food security, promoting the sustainable management of natural resources, protecting the environment, and preserving biodiversity. Contemporary global challenges, including climate change, population growth, the increasing demand for sustainable production systems, and the efficient utilization of natural resources—have highlighted the need for innovative scientific approaches across these disciplines.

This book, Innovative Studies in Agricultural, Forestry and Fisheries Sciences, aims to contribute to the current body of scientific knowledge by bringing together diverse research topics within a common interdisciplinary framework. The chapters included in this volume address complementary themes encompassing animal nutrition, the functional properties of plant-derived resources, and the ecological functioning of forest ecosystems.

The first chapter examines the effects of bay laurel (Laurus nobilis L.) on intestinal health and intestinal barrier integrity in animal nutrition, emphasizing the growing importance of natural feed additives in improving animal health and productivity. The second chapter presents a comprehensive evaluation of the phytochemical profile of apricot leaves and discusses their innovative application potential in food science, biotechnology, and health-related fields. The final chapter explores leaf litter dynamics in forest ecosystems, focusing on the interactions between microfauna and macrofauna, decomposition processes, and trophic networks that are fundamental to ecosystem functioning and sustainability.

Beyond compiling current scientific knowledge, this volume promotes interdisciplinary perspectives and encourages future research in agriculture, forestry, and fisheries sciences. It is intended to serve as a valuable reference for academics, researchers, graduate students, and professionals seeking up-to-date scientific information while fostering innovative approaches to sustainable resource management and biological research.