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Avian Influenza

Alltech releases 2013 global feed survey numbers

Aidan Connolly, vice president of Alltech, released theresults of Alltech’s third annual global animal feed survey in a webinarJanuary 27. The survey found 963 million metric tons of feed was produced globallyin 2013, up 1 percent from 954 million the previous year.

Brand Insights

Unlock the Power of Soybean Meal in Swine Production

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Formulation & Nutrition

Cargill sells Zootech brand to Irish animal health product manufacturer

Cargill sold its Provimi business's Zootech brand and French veterinary sales division to Bimeda, a manufacturer and distributor of veterinary pharmaceuticals and animal health products.The company says the sale of this sales division in France is consistent with Cargill Animal Nutrition's strategy of sharpening its focus on its core animal nutrition solutions and premix activities, as well as concentrating on product lines that can bring the most value to customers.

Pig Health & Disease

Ultra-violet light not healthy for animal feed

Few other external influences have the potential to hit the income of the pork producer as negatively as a swine virus known by the initials PRRS. This pathogen can have serious consequences for the pig’s reproduction as well as for its respiration. In fact, it is regarded as probably the Number One enemy to pig health globally in terms of its economic cost.

Poultry Health & Disease

Combined enzyme & probiotic solution unlocks full feed potential

With a growing global population, the ability to achieve a better value from feed to deliver high-quality protein is the biggest single challenge will producers face in the future. New generations of healthy nutrition solutions, including combinations of feed technologies, will need to deliver sustained or increased levels of profitability through enhanced animal performance and livability to ensure a consistent supply of protein at an affordable cost. This article explores the methods poultry producers can use to achieve these goals.

African Swine Fever

Ukraine eyes increased feed production

The growth of the Ukrainian feed industry will double in the coming future following a series of large investments, say forecast experts with the country's Ministry of Agriculture. According to analysts, the country, which in 2012 reported 10 million tons of annual production and a growth rate of 10 to 15 percent per year, is expected grow its total feed production output by 60 percent.

Animal Feed Regulations & Safety

How do mycotoxins affect feed quality worldwide?

It is not surprising mycotoxins continue to be found at high levels once again in the 2013 grains harvest. As worldwide demand for animal-based products continues to grow, demand for high-quality feed will also increase. Despite increasing awareness of the problems caused by mycotoxins, the impact that these toxic substances have on the animal industry has not yet been fully understood.

Pig Health & Disease

Reduced antibiotic consumption in Danish pig production yields positive results

Back in the 1960s and 1970s, when pig production started to intensify, producers in many countries used the easy way out to control disease problems in their pigs, by simply medicating feed with cocktails of various antibiotics. The Danes have always had a responsible attitude to pig production and, with respect to medication, were even very careful about what went into their pig feeds 50 years ago. Furthermore, researchers wishing to medicate feeds had to have their protocols cleared at the highest level.

Animal Health & Veterinary

Gestation rations, sow health affect long-term success of piglets

For enhanced pig performance, starting at birth, sows should be fed properly through all stages. Read on for industry advice and research on the impact of sow nutrition through fetal development.

Mycotoxins

Harvest 2013: It’s quality, not just quantity, that counts

According to the Harvest Analysis North America (HANA) survey conducted by Alltech, global animal health and nutrition company, more than 90 percent of corn silage yields and corn grain taken during the 2013 harvest tested positive for multiple mycotoxins. This article discusses the threat masked mycotoxins pose on efficient and safe feed production and offers grain storage tips.

Mycotoxin Management

Mycotoxin threat found in 2013 North American corn harvest

All of the corn and corn silage samples submitted during the 2013 harvest tested positive for multiple mycotoxins, according to a recent harvest analysis conducted by global animal health and nutrition company Alltech. The Alltech Harvest Analysis North America (HANA) survey tested 101 samples from across the U.S. and Canada and demonstrated the need for producers to implement a mycotoxin management program to monitor the effects of toxins on all species throughout 2014.

Ingredients

R&D LifeSciences Protemace Liquid whole-egg protein supplement

The R&D LifeSciences Protemace Liquid whole-egg protein supplement  is stable at room temperature in liquid form and can be directly added to drinking or rations  of poultry or livestock. The antibiotic-free supplement is an all-natural source of immunoglobulins and improves the gut health of broiler chickens while decreasing mortality and clostridial isolation, the company says.

Animal Feed Regulations & Safety

Dr. Alexandra Weaver joins Alltech Mycotoxin Management Team

Dr. Alexandra Weaver recently joined the Alltech Mycotoxin Management Team as technical sales support for the Northeast United States and Eastern Canada.As technical sales support, Weaver will focus on developing and implementing the Alltech Mycotoxin Management Program for the monogastric industry, as well as interpreting and analyzing mycotoxin reports completed by the 37+ Laboratory.

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