Ioannis MavromichalisIoannis Mavromichalis, Ph.D., is an animal nutrition industry consultant. To contact Mavromichalis, email [email protected].From the Author - Page 7Animal Nutrition ViewsFiber-rich ingredients to regulate feed intake in poultry breedersFiber-rich ingredients have emerged as an effective tool to manage feed intake, offering nutritional and physiological benefits to breeders.Animal Nutrition ViewsCan oat hulls replace soy hulls in animal feeds?While oat hulls and soy hulls are valuable fiber sources, they differ in nutritional profile, cost and availability.Animal Nutrition ViewsOat hulls are gaining popularity in poultry nutritionThese hulls, rich in insoluble fiber, play an important role in promoting gut motility and improving digestive efficiency.PoultryBreast meat quality disorders in modern broilersUnderstanding the interplay between nutrition and certain disorders is essential for poultry producers aiming to elevate breast meat quality and meet consumer expectations.Feed IngredientsUS sorghum a strategic choice for European poultry feedUS sorghum is a viable option for EU cereal imports, as sorghum and poultry go well together.Animal Nutrition ViewsOral iron supplements to prevent anemia in newborn pigletsSelecting the right oral iron supplement for newborn piglets involves considering the piglets’ health status, farm management practices and the specific needs of the herd.Animal Nutrition ViewsThe optimal dose of iron dextran in piglets: 100 mg vs. 200 mgThere is ongoing debate in the swine industry about the optimal dosage of iron dextran for piglets — 100 mg or 200 mg.Animal 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.Previous PagePage 7 of 79Next Page
