Animal Nutrition: Page 12

Feed Ingredients

US sorghum a strategic choice for European poultry feed

US sorghum is a viable option for EU cereal imports, as sorghum and poultry go well together.

Feed Ingredients

Benefits and challenges of feed-grade urea in animal feeds

This ingredient, a concentrated form of nitrogen, comes with advantages and potential challenges when included in animal feeds.

Newsfeed

Pigs are picky eaters, but cows avoid toxic plants better

An analysis of the results of a study conducted by Swedish biologist and physician Carl Linnaeus in the late 19th century has discovered what plant species cows, pigs, sheep, goats and horses prefer in their diets.

Animal Nutrition Views

Oral iron supplements to prevent anemia in newborn piglets

Selecting the right oral iron supplement for newborn piglets involves considering the piglets’ health status, farm management practices and the specific needs of the herd.

Broiler Feed Formulations

Better feed conversion in broilers is all in the details

Producers often overlook these common management components to optimize weight gain in chickens.

Circularity/Upcycling

CSIRO looks to improve circular feed with aquaponics

Study finds promise in aquaponics, but feed formulated with food waste may require more work, scientists say.

Animal Nutrition Views

The optimal dose of iron dextran in piglets: 100 mg vs. 200 mg

There is ongoing debate in the swine industry about the optimal dosage of iron dextran for piglets — 100 mg or 200 mg.

Business & Markets

Bill would use USDA funds to convert CAFOs to pasture, crops

A bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate would allow farmers to voluntarily convert their on-farm infrastructure toward what it says is more climate-friendly uses with conservation dollars from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Animal Feed Regulations & Safety

EFSA study reveals limits to existing feed databases

New Italian research reveals gaps in knowledge on the composition and intake of feed by farm animals. This data will be important to assess more accurately the exposure of people to potentially harmful substances through animal products.

Carbon Emissions Reduction

Researcher sees potential methane solution in chicken eggs

Using chicken eggs as a form of 'passive immunization' against methane-producing bacteria might cut emissions from cattle — and perhaps a whole lot more.

International Trade

AFIA signs MOU with Vietnamese feed, animal husbandry groups

The MOU establishes a strategic partnership and framework for cooperation between the organizations through leveraging shared knowledge and expertise to support Vietnam’s goals for sustainable development in the feed and animal production industries.

Animal Nutrition Views

How many iron dextran injections do piglets need?

It is standard to provide iron dextran injections to piglets shortly after birth, but how many are necessary?

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