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Alternative feed additives have promising importance in broiler production due to the ban on the use of certain antibiotics. The most used antibiotic alternatives in broiler production are phytogenics, organic acids, prebiotics, probiotics, enzymes, and their derivatives. Antibiotic alternatives have been reported to increase feed intake, stimulate digestion, improve feed efficiency, increase growth performance, and reduce the incidence of diseases by modulating the intestinal microbiota and immune system, inhibiting pathogens, and improving intestinal integrity. Simply, the gut microbiota is the target to raise the health benefits and growth-promoting effects of feed additives on broilers. Therefore, naturally available feed additives are promising antibiotic alternatives for broilers.
Disruptions within the microbiome–gut–bone axis are increasingly recognized as key contributors to impaired bone metabolism and leg disorders in broiler chickens. This study investigated the effects of a combined dietary additive containing Bacillus subtilis DSM 29784 and a phytogenic blend of garlic and essential oil components (BsP) on the modulation of microbial communities, intestinal integrity, mineral utilization, and bone-associated immune–osteogenic...
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Abstract The effect of addition of sunflower hulls (SFH) as an insoluble fiber on performance and some physiological parameters of broiler chickens fed diets containing full-fat canola seed (CS) was evaluated from 11 to 42 d of age in a 2 × 2 factorial arrangement of treatments. A total of 240 one-day-old broilers (Ross 308) were randomly devoted to 4 treatments, with 6 replicates each and 10 birds per replicate. Treatments were canola oil source (CS, and...
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January 25, 2027
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Anita Menconi, Regional Business Director, Specialty Nutrition, Americas at Evonik, explains how this probiotic simplifies life for feed manufacturers and producers. From operational ease to compatibility with AGPs and anticoccidials in complex feed programs, she breaks down why flexibility and stability matter in real-world production systems. ...
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Phil Kemp, Microvit Business Manager, North America (Adisseo), explains liquid dispersible vitamins (DLCs), natural pigments, and the MicroVit quality control system (MCS), focusing on heavy metal testing and how cross-linked gelatin technology helps protect vitamin A stability during feed processing and storage. ...
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Introduction The modern poultry industry is under increasing pressure to optimize efficiency following the phase-out of antibiotic growth promoters (AGPs). To achieve this, we must prioritize gastrointestinal tract (GIT) health to ensure effective nutrient...
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Butyrate is a short-chain fatty acid that can be given as a dietary additive to support intestinal health and poultry performance. Providing butyrate in a protected form that reaches the hindgut could have different effects than an earlier-absorbed butyric acid salt. To compare these additives, 468 broiler chicks were housed 12 birds per pen, with 13 pens per dietary treatment. Birds were fed a three-phase feeding regimen for 42 d divided into three dietary treatments: a negative...
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Compilation of a project KEY INFORMATION A series of 5 commercial feeding trials was performed from which 4 trials took place on commercial broiler farms growing between 300,000 and 420,000 broilers per cycle. Dietary protein was...
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Introduction: Using low-dose antibiotics as feed additives can enhance poultry and swine performance. However, such practices have led to bacterial resistance and antibiotic residues in animal-derived foods. Consequently, there has been a shift towards finding replacements for antibiotics as growth promoters (AGPs). Among the various alternatives, organic acids have emerged as a significant option. Acidifiers have gained attention as viable alternatives to antibiotics in poultry...
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Fran Alonso, Veterinarian and Global Commercial Director at Liposa, explores advanced approaches to maximizing fat digestibility and dietary energy efficiency. ...
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The practice of reducing dietary protein along with supplemented amino acids has the potential to result in impaired performance and unbalanced supply of amino acids. There is little published information on the impact such diets have on intestinal health. An experiment was conducted to study the effect of low protein (LP) diets compared with a standard (SP) diet and a high protein (HP) diet on intestinal permeability and performance. This experiment had two parts. The first part was related...
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I. INTRODUCTION Wheat is an important cereal grain in broiler diets due to its richness in starch and protein, but there is also considerable evidence that the cell wall non-starch polysaccharides (NSP) in wheat act as anti-nutritional factors and have been shown to impair poultry performance (Choct and Annison, 1992). NSP-degrading enzymes are commonly used in poultry feeds for better hydrolysis of the undigested fraction, resulting in higher energy and nutrient availability. While...
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INTRODUCTION Cereal grains and vegetable protein sources contain between 10-75% of non-starch polysaccharides (NSP). NSP in cereals form part of the cell wall structure and in vegetable proteins, such as legumes, may also play a role as an energy storage material. As far as monogastric animal nutrition is concerned, NSP as the major part of fibre (fibre is the sum of NSP and lignin) are regarded as feed components that...
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Jonathan Cade comments on his new role as Chairman of the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association
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Introduction In recent years, chicken meat has undergone a surge in popularity, outpacing other meats as a result of several key conditions. Competitive prices and lower cost than those of other meats (Augustyńska-Prejsnar et al., 2019; Dalle Zotte et al., 2020; Sujiwo et al., 2018), high-quality protein content (Chmiel et al., 2019; Yalcin et al., 2019), and appealing sensory qualities (Damaziak et al., 2019) have all contributed to the increase...
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The persistent threat of aflatoxins in poultry production demands more than just traditional binders; it requires a deep dive into the bird's internal defense mechanisms. A comprehensive study titled "Protective Effect of Ethoxyquin and N-acetylcysteine on Biochemical and Pathological Changes Induced by Chronic Exposure to Aflatoxins in Laying Hens," authored by María Carolina de-Luna-López, Arturo Gerardo Valdivia-Flores, Teódulo Quezada-Tristán, and...
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This research evaluates how the oxidative status of soybean oil, a critical energy source in poultry nutrition, directly impacts bird performance and energy utilization. Conducted by Brian J. Kerr, Victoria C. Wilson, Patrick C. von Schamburg, and Carl M. Parsons, this study was published in Poultry Science (2025), DOI: 10.1016/j.psj.2024.104725. By subjecting soybean oil to various thermal treatments, the authors aimed to quantify the relationship between primary and secondary peroxidation...
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An important article has just been published (Li et al., 2026, Poultry Science, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psj.2026.106629).
HEADLINE: Garlic, as potent and promising as an alternative to antibiotics, could cause metabolic interactions with some veterinary drugs due to its modulation of liver metabolism.
ABSTRACT: Allicin, a natural compound with antibacterial and antioxidant properties, is a promising feed additive as an alternative to antibiotics.
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Gastrointestinal health remains a primary hurdle for commercial poultry success, traditionally managed through prophylactic antibiotics. however, shifting regulatory landscapes and consumer demands are driving the search for reliable alternatives. In the study "Dietary sodium diformate improves productivity index in broilers under tropical conditions," researchers Christian Lückstädt, Stevan Petrović, and Prasad Kulkarni from ADDCON, Germany, presented at the Tropentag 2025...
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1. Introduction Mycotoxins are low molecular weight secondary metabolites produced under appropriate humidity and temperature conditions by filamentous fungi that pose serious risks to animal and human health [1]. With over 300 types of mycotoxins identified to date, mycotoxins can accumulate in various feeds and foods and make agricultural products unfit for consumption [2]. However, many mycotoxins remain poorly understood due to limited knowledge of their toxicokinetics and...
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Bruce Rathgeber, Organizing Committee Chair for the World Poultry Congress 2026, shares the activities planned for this important event that will take place in Toronto, Canada, on July 13-17. ...
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