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Feed additives play a crucial role in the livestock industry by enhancing animal health, productivity, and overall efficiency. These additives are designed to improve feed utilization, support growth, and prevent diseases, which are essential components of sustainable animal farming. By ensuring optimal nutrition and...
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Impact of Trace Mineral Status on Biological Function: The nutritional status of animals is an indicator of their productivity and reproductive capabilities. In tropical countries like India, mineral imbalances or deficiencies are prevalent . (Mc Dowell et a l., 1993) . Livestock in India typically rely on grazing and receive minimal or no mineral supplementation, apart from common salt. (Garg et al ., 2005) . Additionally, the mineral content of locally...
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Ronnick Fong, Executive director at Hangzhou De Mark Industrial, talks about the florfenicol market nowadays....
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VIV Asia, the world’s leading event for the animal protein production industry, announces that visitor registration for the 2025 edition is now open. Set to take place from March 12–14, 2025, at the IMPACT Exhibition...
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Discover the power of butyric acid, a naturally occurring short-chain fatty acid found in animals. Used as a feed ingredient in poultry, swine, and calf production, butyric acid supports gut health and the immune system. Improve your animal's digestion and overall well-being with butyric acid. Visit our website to learn more and experience the benefits for yourself....
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The price index of veterinary APIs was 63.17-63.26-63.43-63.53 respectively for the four weeks of this month, from August 7th to 28th. It indicates that the overall veterinary drug raw material market was stable this month, with some varieties fluctuating and adjusting. In the first half of the month, most categories, such as doxycycline hydrochloride and neomycin sulfate, showed oscillating adjustments; categories, such as florfenicol, amoxicillin, and doxycycline hydrochloride,...
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Comparison of amino acid digestibility in feed ingredients for mini and commercial pigs
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Coccidiosis is a widespread parasitic disease that can seriously harm the livestock industry, especially affecting poultry and swine. This disease causes inflammation of the intestines, slower growth rates, and in severe cases, high mortality. In this article, we will discuss the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for...
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Lesaffre, an independent key global player in fermentation and microorganisms, announces today the closing of a transaction with dsm-firmenich, a leading innovator in nutrition, health, and beauty, regarding its yeast extract business.
Through this...
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Mike Tokach (Kansas State University) talks about sow body condition and its effect on reproductive performance, during the Nutrimas workshop....
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Mike Tokach (Kansas State University) explains how to remove costs by reviewing amino acids and energy levels, and the close relation between genetics and nutrition, during the Nutrimas workshop....
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Mike Tokach (Kansas State University) comments on different levels of feed intake, during the Nutrimas workshop....
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Mike Tokach (Kansas State University) comments on trends in sow nutrition, litter size and nutrient requirements, during the Nutrimas workshop....
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Mike Tokach (Kansas State University) explains changes in piglet body weight and sow milk production, during the Nutrimas workshop....
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming livestock production, particularly in terms of animal welfare. This technology has become a key tool for optimising animal welfare and farm efficiency. Intelligent Monitoring and Prediction In swine farms, AI is used to monitor pig behaviour in...
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Introduction With the rise of antimicrobial resistance and the more frequent identification of multidrug resistance strains, as well as a lack of research into the development of new antimicrobial agents, scientists are increasingly interested in tests of active substances derived from plants due to their ease of availability, safety, and cost effectiveness (Albert, 2021). The use of medicinal plants in animal nutrition has increased due to their positive properties such as...
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In the quest for more productive animals, additives such as liquorice and peppermint are emerging as powerful tools in animal nutrition. These herbal ingredients offer a range of benefits, from improving digestion to supporting respiratory function, making them ideal supplements for optimising animal performance. By harnessing their unique...
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Comparison of amino acid digestibility in feed ingredients for mini and commercial pigs
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Bruno Silva (Professor and Researcher, Federal University of Minas Gerais) shares his practical experience in sow productivity, gestation, lactation, and transition diets, in this Engormix interview....
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Bruno Silva (Professor and Researcher, Federal University of Minas Gerais) explains how important precision feeding is when controlling sow intake, in this Engormix interview....
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Bruno Silva (Professor and Researcher, Federal University of Minas Gerais) comments on the different considerations and conditions regarding sow feed intake, in this Engormix interview.
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Surfactin is a powerful biosurfactant with significant potential in the livestock industry. It is renowned for its strong antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, making it essential for enhancing animal gut health. By improving feed efficiency and boosting disease resistance, Surfactin plays a critical role...
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