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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....
Mike Tokach (Kansas State University) comments on different levels of feed intake, during the Nutrimas workshop....
Mike Tokach (Kansas State University) comments on trends in sow nutrition, litter size and nutrient requirements, during the Nutrimas workshop....
Mike Tokach (Kansas State University) explains changes in piglet body weight and sow milk production, during the Nutrimas workshop....
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...
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...
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...
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....
Bruno Silva (Professor and Researcher, Federal University of Minas Gerais) explains how important precision feeding is when controlling sow intake, in this Engormix interview....
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...
Martin Steffan, Global Product Manager Biolys® at Evonik, explains the different ways in which an innovative lysine source contributes to lowering the ecological footprint in animal nutrition
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Ioannis Mavromichalis, a Ph.D. consultant in the animal nutrition industry, mentioned in Feed Strategy, "In my experience, feed prices always fluctuate. When they rise, the most effective way to maintain profitability is by enhancing the feed conversion ratio, or FCR." The Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR) is crucial in livestock farming as it significantly affects the cost per kilogram of meat. Feed costs can account for 40% to 70% of total production expenses, varying by country and type...
Manuel Maire, General Manager at Phileo by Lesaffre, speaks about the innovative approaches that Phileo employs to address
the challenges in animal health and nutrition
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The Specialty Nutrition portfolio for monogastrics overseen by Dr. Anita Menconi, Regional Business Director of Specialty Nutrition, Americas at Evonik, comprises advanced nutritional solutions tailored specifically for monogastric animals. ...
Discover Phileo's hands-on approach to collaborative stakeholder engagement in redefining standards within animal nutrition. Hear what Manuel Maire, General Manager at Phileo by Lesaffre, has to say about it
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"Listen to Dr. Markus Wiltafsky-Martin as he discusses the recent USA patent validating the scientific advancements of AMINONIR® RED and its unwavering accuracy in providing reliable nutritional data...
Tony Mcdougal, a freelance journalist, once wrote in Poultry World, "The rising demand for eggs, meat, and milk in recent decades has driven higher EU imports of grains and cereals from developing countries with more tropical climates, where the occurrence of mycotoxins is higher—thus raising the prevalence of mycotoxins in EU...
NHU: Net profit in 2023 was 2.704 billion yuan, down 25.30% YoY. On April 22, Zhejiang NHU Co., Ltd. released the 2023 annual report,...
Ottawa, ONTARIO — What impact will global changes have on Canada’s feed industry? How can local solutions help the sector thrive? How can the feed industry address animal nutrition and feed security to build the sector of tomorrow?
Answers to these questions will be at the...