Ioannis MavromichalisIoannis Mavromichalis, Ph.D., is an animal nutrition industry consultant. To contact Mavromichalis, email [email protected].From the Author - Page 6Animal Nutrition ViewsHow 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?Animal Nutrition ViewsOptimal iron levels in pigs from birth to maturityExplore the required levels at different stages of a piglet’s life and practical ways to ensure optimal iron status.Animal Nutrition ViewsHemoglobin levels and piglet performanceIoannis Mavromichalis: Hemoglobin is crucial for oxygen transport in the blood, and its levels are a good indicator of the piglet’s overall health, particularly in relation to iron levels and anemia.Animal Nutrition ViewsSeaweed can aid health-challenged pigletsIncorporating algae into piglet diets not only supports animal health, but it may also offer a sustainable alternative to traditional antibiotics.Animal Nutrition ViewsKey focal points in piglet nutrition research since 2020Since 2020, piglet nutrition research has made significant strides in addressing the unique challenges faced during the early stages of a pig’s life.Animal Nutrition ViewsKey focal points in poultry nutrition research since 2020The focus of poultry nutrition research since 2020 reflects a broader shift in the industry toward more sustainable, efficient and health-focused practices.Animal Nutrition ViewsBalancing essential, non-essential amino acids in broiler feedLow-crude-protein diets in conjunction with the use of feed-grade synthetic essential amino acids offers economic and environmental benefits, but it also presents some challenges.Feed IngredientsBenefits and challenges of feed-grade urea in animal feedsThis ingredient, a concentrated form of nitrogen, comes with advantages and potential challenges when included in animal feeds.Livestock & Poultry DiseasesSymptoms of acidosis in feedlot cattleAcidosis, a metabolic disorder, can develop quickly, often within a few days after introducing a high-grain diet or after making significant changes to the ration without an adequate adaptation period.Animal Nutrition ViewsImplementing broiler super pre-starters on the farmLearn about some steps to consider when introducing a super pre-starter feed into your feeding program.Animal Nutrition ViewsBenefits of broiler super pre-starter feedsSuper pre-starter feeds can contribute to better overall health, reduce mortality rates and the incidence of diseases, while the potential to improve growth performance traits is equally strong.Animal Nutrition ViewsBroiler super pre-starters become the normUnlike standard starter feeds, these feeds are highly digestible and tailored to support the rapid growth and development that occurs during the initial days of a chick's life.Previous PagePage 6 of 77Next Page
