Ioannis MavromichalisIoannis Mavromichalis, Ph.D., is an animal nutrition industry consultant. To contact Mavromichalis, email [email protected].From the AuthorAnimal Nutrition ViewsFirst impressions from the 2025 European Symposium on Poultry NutritionESPN offers a well-balanced mix of science, education and industry insights.Animal Nutrition ViewsPhase feeding might not be right at 28 days weaningFor piglets weaned at 28 days, simpler programs may reduce cost, improve performance and make better use of modern piglet potential.Animal Feed Additives & IngredientsHow AI can help identify protein alternatives in animal nutritionBy leveraging artificial intelligence, the industry can accelerate innovation while maintaining high nutritional standards and profitability.Animal NutritionNutritional strategies to support heat-stressed dairy cowsHeat stress in dairy cows can be alleviated by adjusting nutrient density, balancing electrolytes and supporting immunity to help protect cow health and farm profitability through the heat of summer.Animal Nutrition ViewsFormulation changes to support heat-stressed broilersNutritional strategies cannot replace good ventilation and cooling, but they can reduce the damage of heat stress.SwineProtein kinetics and piglet feed formulationLearn more about what protein kinetics is, how it is measured and why it may become important, especially for young pigs.Animal Nutrition ViewsAvoiding the summer slump in sow reproductive performanceBy planning ahead with smart nutrition, environmental control and reproductive timing, producers can flatten the curve and preserve productivity and profitability through the hottest months.Animal Nutrition ViewsAflatoxins in piglets: symptoms, diagnosis, prevention and therapyIn piglet production, where margins are tight and early performance is critical, vigilance against mycotoxins is not just good practice; it is essential for long-term viability.Animal Nutrition ViewsWhat is the goal in benchmarking feed efficiency?The real objective is to align nutritional strategies with broader business outcomes.Animal Nutrition ViewsProcessing methods most beneficial to ruminantsSmart processing leads to healthier rumen microbes, better animal performance and, ultimately, greater farm profitability.Feed AdditivesHow feed additives advance sustainable poultry productionThe strategic use of feed additives can help the industry reduce its environmental footprint while maintaining high productivity levels.Animal Nutrition ViewsWhich species benefit most from expanded cereals?Knowing who benefits most — and why — is key to maximizing animal performance and processing efficiency.Page 1 of 76Next Page
