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Dr. Greg Fraley: More than just birdbrains: neurotransmitters and neurohormones associated with affective states in avian species
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We are excited to welcome the livestock nutrition community to the 10th annual edition of the Animal Nutrition Conference of Canada (ANCC) !
A program that celebrates a decade of impact
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May 5, 2026
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INTRODUCTION β-mannans are plant cell wall polysaccharides of D-mannose units linked by β-(1-4) glycosidic bonds (Lee and Brown, 2022). β-mannans are a complex carbohydrate and may consist of a long chain of only mannose units or a chain of mannose units with side chains of α-1,6-linked galactose or glucose residues, resulting in galactomannans or galactoglucomannans, respectively (Chen et al., 2018). Soybean meal is a common plant protein in diets for pigs due...
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Weaning is considered a critical period in the piglet’s life because it is related to several stressors, such as loss of contact with the mother and litter of origin, environmental and dietary changes, and the establishment of a new social hierarchy. In recent decades, due to the search for improving the zootechnical performance of weaned piglets, a range of molecules (e.g. antibiotics, copper sulfate, and zinc oxide) have been used as performance enhancers, resulting in the selection...
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Francis Simard
Trouw Nutrition
Agr., M. Sc. / Nutrition and Development Director at Trouw Nutrition Canada
United States
United States
1. Introduction The swine industry faces numerous sanitary and environmental challenges that can significantly affect pig health and productivity (Le Floc’h et al., 2021; Gomes et al., 2023). These challenges include infectious diseases, environmental stressors, and management practices that can result in the overactivation of the immune system and oxidative stress in pigs (Pluske et al., 2018). Various challenge models have been employed to simulate commercial stress...
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Veterinary APIs Price Index (VPi): March 4th 65.95 March 11th 66.35 March 18th 67.14 March 25th 67.57 Market trading sentiment has notably intensified, propelled by widespread price hikes across major categories, resulting in an increase in market inquiries and procurement. The veterinary APIs market is exhibiting robust performance overall, characterized by active inquiries and a favorable procurement environment. The market trend in the latter half of the...
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Garros Fontinhas, Global Category Manager for Feed Digestibility Portfolio at Adisseo, explains how decades of enzyme innovation, the Feedase holistic approach, and targeted solutions enhance nutrient release, sustainability, and gut health in animal production. ...
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Smart Agriculture and Livestock: A Data-Driven Revolution Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming operational decision-making by providing predictive analytics based on vast volumes of data. Technologies such as IoT sensors, drones, satellites, and thermal cameras are already generating...
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Scientific rationale and the value of synergistic blends WHY SCIENCE MATTERS MORE THAN “NATURAL” CLAIMS? Pig production is undergoing a structural shift driven by antimicrobial-resistance concerns and stricter stewardship expectations. In the European Union, antibiotic growth promoters have been banned for years, and therapeutic use is increasingly controlled while prophylactic is no longer allowed. Producers are therefore expected to maintain performance and...
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The veterinary APIs market is currently stable, although there are varying trends across different categories. In early February, prior to the Spring Festival, market sentiment was weak, leading to lighter transaction volumes. Following the holiday, the price of mequindox has seen an upward trend, supported by stronger cost-side factors. Manufacturers of amoxicillin have maintained firm pricing, while the market displays a strong wait-and-see attitude. Categories such as doxycycline hyclate,...
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The True Future of the Agribusiness and Livestock Sector in 2026
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Two new high concentration protected sodium butyrate solutions delivering proven performance and optimal handling
Adisseo has launched Sanion Tetra 50 and Sanion Tetra 70, protected sodium butyrate additives with 50% and 70% active content. Produced in...
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Join Patricia Jazo, Director of FIGAP, as she invites the industry to FIGAP 2026, happening October 21–23 at Expo Guadalajara. A global meeting point for equipment, machinery, and now expanded nutrition—bringing the entire production chain together in one place. ...
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Marcio Ceccantini, Global Technical Manager for Vitamins at Adisseo, discusses the evolving role of vitamins in modern animal production and introduces the Microvit® Nutrition Guide 2026, featuring updated recommendations for 18 species and 36 production phases to support performance and nutritional precision worldwide. ...
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Introduction Increasing the efficiency of protein utilization is an important issue in livestock for production. Apart from the cost of protein (the input side), the issue is also driven to reduce nitrogen excretion (the output side) to limit the environmental impact of livestock production. The quantitatively most important role of dietary protein is to provide the amino acids for animal-derived products, such as meat, milk, and eggs. The similarities in the amino acids composition...
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Cordyceps militaris hot water extract inhibits lipopolysaccharide-induced inflammatory response in porcine alveolar macrophages by regulation of mitogen-activated protein kinase signaling pathway
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Erik Visser, CEO at Hamlet Protein, shares his outlook on animal protein production for 2026, highlighting poultry and aquaculture as key growth drivers. He discusses regional dynamics, feed economics, sustainability, and the strategic importance of ROI and adaptability for producers. ...
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Introduction “Pig producers will need to cope with higher feed costs, more pressure from legislation and, at the same time, more expectations from consumers.” I think most people would agree that this would characterize very well the challenges facing the pork industry today. This statement, however, is from an article by Matheiu Cortyl written in 2014 for WattPoultry magazine. This seems to be a very accurate prediction, but I think it more reflects the challenges the...
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Technical Advances in Vitamin Physical Properties and Premix Performance
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Introduction As the world population continues to grow, along with the consumption of animal-sourced foods, animal production in the world is expected to grow in the decades ahead. The OECD and FAO estimated that, due to population growth and the ongoing transition towards a higher intake of animal products, global livestock production will grow by 14% from 2020 to 2029 (OECD/FAO, 2022; Ritchie and Roser, 2019). However, the statistic differs between continents and regions of the...
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Yuan-Tai Hung (IFEEDER) comments on the impact of limiting amino acids such as methionine and lysine in poultry and swine diets in the event of a supply chain disruption, during this Engormix interview at IPPE 2026 in Atlanta. ...
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Megan Provost (AFIA) offers insights on supply and demand for vitamins and amino acids, as well as market trends in recent years, in this Engormix interview at IPPE 2026 in Atlanta. ...
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Lara Moody (IFEEDER) explains the impact of vitamin supply chain disruptions on meat and egg production, as well as food security, in this Engormix interview at IPPE 2026 in Atlanta. ...
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