Dany Mesa

In recent years, the market positioning for a reduction on antibiotic use in animal production gained strength with a focus to produce antibiotic free livestock. In this context mannan-oligosaccharides (MOS) have conquered the animal health industry. MOS could function as potential alternatives in a strategy for antibiotic reduction and substitution and help the animals to maintain their productiv ...

INTRODUCTIONLitter is a mixture of excreta, litter substrate (e.g., wood shavings, rice hulls, peanut shells), as well as soil, feathers, and other components. It is used to cover broiler house floors to absorb excreta and provide a comfortable surface for the birds (Kelley et al., 1996).Broiler litter from the first flock is typically reused for several consecutive flocks (up to 14 times) (Roll e ...