Ioannis MavromichalisIoannis Mavromichalis, Ph.D., is an animal nutrition industry consultant. To contact Mavromichalis, email [email protected].From the Author - Page 64HomeIs phytase less effective during summer heat?This issue warrants the collective efforts of the whole industry as it can affect all layers, worldwide.Antibiotic-free Production4 functional ingredients for pig and poultry dietsThe term functional includes a diverse group of ingredients that share a common trait -- that of improving gut health.Antibiotic-free Production10 tips for feeding poultry raised without antibioticsOnly through the synergy of several applications and practices it is possible to effectively replace antibiotics in poultry diets.HomeWhat impact do lower grain prices have on feed formulations?Whether it pays off to change feed formulations depends on the economics of other ingredients in relation to cereals.Feed Additives6 feed additives that work on top of antibioticsThese six additives will work in addition to antibiotics to promote growth in pigs and poultry.HomeWhat is wrong with feeding animal by-products?It all depends who you ask, as they all have a saying in this case the animal, the producer, the renderer, the consumer. I am going to prepare a detailed article on this topic, but let me say briefly thatAntibiotic-free ProductionFormulating livestock diets without antibiotics: the cost issuesFeed manufacturers and users of antibiotic-free diets should be prepared to sell and buy such diets at higher prices than they were used to before.Animal Nutrition ViewsUnderstanding functional fibers and their distinct rolesThe use of functional fiber sources in pig and poultry diets is gaining momentum, but surprisingly, many nutrition professionals remain unclear how to use the right type of fiber.Home3 reasons B vitamins become limiting in pig, poultry feedsPigs and poultry continue to require external supplementation of all B vitamins, but certain conditions might lead to deficiencies.HomeOverweight sows are not profitableThere are methods that can ensure the target weight is met and sow productivity is at maximum with the least possible cost.Animal Nutrition ViewsFeed additives suffer from marketing fatigueTwenty years ago, additives were an innovation. Today, they are commodities that struggle to keep the sparkle going. How do we overcome this issue?Swine4 pig industry trends from the 2015 World Pork ExpoWhile at the 2015 World Pork Expo, I looked around to find the new trends and happenings that characterize the pig industry.Previous PagePage 64 of 78Next Page
