Ioannis MavromichalisIoannis Mavromichalis, Ph.D., is an animal nutrition industry consultant. To contact Mavromichalis, email [email protected].From the Author - Page 67Feed IngredientsSix feed ingredients on my 2015 agendaFor 2015, I will focus on the following ingredients, which Ibelieve represent innovative developments or solutions forthe global feed industry.Antibiotic-free ProductionAre Chinese herbs an alternative to antibiotics?Recent studies have indicated that certain Chinese herbs used as feed additives can modulate nutritional metabolism, immune responses, and the intestinal health of pigs and poultryPoultryDucks require more choline than broilersCholine dietary specifications for broilers are lower, indicating once more that ducks should not be treated as broilers in terms of feed formulation.Animal Feed ManufacturingLayer feed efficiency improved by red algaeResearch is ongoing to identify areas where algae can improve animal performance, health and welfare.Animal NutritionEfficiency of phytic acid use in pig and poultry feedsThe cost of super-effective phytases should be examined very closely based on data generated in well-design studies published in credible peer-review journals.HomeBroilers benefit from citric taste in their feedCitric acid confers many benefits when used at 0.25 to 0.75 percent in broiler diets.SwineWhat are the top six pig nutrition journals?I have compiled a list of scientific journals that, in my opinion, excel in publishing quality pig nutrition research reports. What do you think?HomeSoybean meal is not the same around the worldSoybean meal is not the same around the world Soybean meal is not the same ingredient everywhere as its nutritive value depends on country of origin. By Ioannis Mavromichalis, Ph.D. Crude protein concentration has been and remains the most important aspect in quality control for soybean meaHomeThe difference between expansion and extrusionDr. Dave Albin posted a blog on the differences between extrusion and expansion. As he states, and I corroborate here, many are unaware of the differences between these two methods.HomeMolasses replaces whey in piglet dietsGood quality whey is a valuable ingredient that can definequality in piglet feeds. But, like any other ingredient, I do not consider wheyas indispensable.Animal NutritionNet energy system for broilers pioneered by FranceNet energy system for broilers pioneered by France Prediction of the net energy value of broiler diets is now possible By Ioannis Mavromichalis, Ph.D. The net energy system was first introduced as the ideal system to use when formulating diets for ruminants , especially dairy cattle. But, mAnimal Feed ManufacturingDoes it pay to offer chicks feed post-hatch?Feeding chicks while in transport is a controversial topic, but under certain conditions it can offer benefits, especially in terms of early survivability.Previous PagePage 67 of 78Next Page
