Ioannis MavromichalisIoannis Mavromichalis, Ph.D., is an animal nutrition industry consultant. To contact Mavromichalis, email [email protected].From the Author - Page 65Feed AdditivesHow to formulate low-protein diets for pigs, poultryProperly balanced low-protein diets can enhance poultry, pig performance and improve profitability if crystalline amino acid prices are favorable.HomeSee you at World Pork Expo next weekThe U.S. is atthe forefront of worldwide research, development, innovation and technology inthe pig industry, and there is no better place to see all these things than atthe World Pork Expo.HomeDo you change or update your nutrition program?The dilemma of every nutritionist is deciding whether to start from scratch or plan a step-by-step gradual approach.HomeWhich feed to use: cheaper, expensive or correct?There is no single feed, expensive or otherwise, that can be used in all circumstances.Feed Mill ManagementThe Maillard reaction’s impact on animal nutritionMinimal thermal processing, rapid inventory turnaround combat adverse effects of Maillard reaction in feed manufacturing, foodHomeIs betaine an underrated additive?In theory, betaine can spare part of methionine and choline (other methyl donors) and help animals cope with water-related stress conditions.Feed IngredientsInnovative feed formulation methods reduce feed costInnovative feed formulation enables the use of less common ingredients that can bring about substantial cost savings, but overuse can cause new headaches.HomeFormulating low-protein diets for pigs, poultryLow-protein diets, if balanced properly, can result in enhanced animal performance and improved profitability.HomePurified versus concentrated sources of functional fibersFunctionalfibers in pig and poultry diets are mainstream in antibiotic-free nutritionprograms; the question thus becomes one of sourcing and mixing.Formulation & NutritionFermentation technology in animal nutritionFermentation is a very old technology in human nutrition. But, what about fermentation where the main goal is producing valuable ingredients for animals?HomeSecretory versus pathogenic diarrheaSecretory diarrhea is the nightmare of every nutritionist, especially when it leads to secondary pathogenic complications that require veterinary intervention.Animal NutritionManaging nutrient variability in feed formulationsNutrient variability can be addressed using three methods, but the decision should be based on each operation’s specific requirements and abilities.Previous PagePage 65 of 78Next Page
