Antonio Gilberto Bertechini

INTRODUCTIONThe main idea of using phytase in the diet for broilers is based on the reduction in the content of available phosphorus (avP) accompanied by the inclusion of this enzyme. With this, it is expected that the avP content present in the diet, added to the content of phytate P (phyP) made available by the catalytic action of the phytase, meets the P requirement of the bird (HAN et al., 200 ...

Introduction. Energy is a major cost component in diets for high-performing animals. Due to their high energy density, fats and oils are important energy sources in feed formulation. Improving the energy efficiency of these raw materials is of great interest from an economical point of view. Dietary emulsifier can be used in poultry feed as an important tool to improve fat digestibility, resulting ...