Ioannis MavromichalisIoannis Mavromichalis, Ph.D., is an animal nutrition industry consultant. To contact Mavromichalis, email [email protected].From the Author - Page 70Antibiotic-free ProductionIs dietary fiber a negative or positive nutrient?Recently, dietary fiber is being seen as a versatile ingredient to modulate gastrointestinal microflora; however, not all types of fiber are the same.Formulation & NutritionMisleading research on feed additivesDeciding which feed additive to use is often a difficult experience, as it requires not only a sound knowledge of basic nutrition but also a good understanding of statistics.HomeFeed formulation: Replacing zinc oxide in two practical stepsTo replace zinc oxide in piglet diets, a complete reformulation of the basal diet is required.HomeAre less expensive functional fibers better than probiotics?Providing nourishment to existing beneficial bacteria in theform of functional fibers is a cost-effective way to enhance the gut health ofpigs and poultry.Animal Nutrition ViewsThe best anti-mycotoxin agent has been identifiedThere are so manyavailable types of anti-mycotoxin agents for pigs or poultry feeds thatfinding the "best" is a chore for most feed formulators.PoultryFeeding whole grains to broilers: A reviewThe interest for feeding whole grains to broilers remains strong, especially as cereal prices remain high, and skipping grinding cost is considered a viable way of reducing production cost. In addition, feeding whole grain has been reported to confer positive effects on digestive function and health, especially in preventing the enlargement of proventriculus and atrophy of gizzard with pelleted diets.Formulation & NutritionThree questions to ask your additives supplierNot all feed additives are worth the expense and effort. These three questions might help in deciding which ones are more valuable.Dairy CattleSeaweed mineral supplement for organic dairy cowsMarine algae, seaweeds, have emerged as the next promising feed ingredient, and a number of studies already evaluate different forms of it in all species. A recent study assessed the value of certain seaweeds as a source of minerals in organic dairy cattle.HomeHow to formulate with minimal safety marginsMinimizing unknown factors and monitoring quality in ingredients and finished diets reduces the need for excessive safety margins. This article how to formulate for a list of non-exclusive cases that call for safety margins.HomeAre we reading too much into single research reports?Anyone who has attended any statistics course will attest to the fact that all published research can be reproduced with comparable results only under the exact conditions under which the trial was conducted -- something virtually impossible.PoultryLayer performance reduced by incorrect use of phytaseOne of the easiest mistakes during layer feed formulation is forgetting to account for the calcium effect from phytase. While this increase in calcium availability is of little significance in other species, this "luxury" has detrimental effects in layer hens.HomeSee you next week at World Pork ExpoI will be attending the World Pork Expo, in Des Moines, Iowa, next week. I would highly appreciate if you stopped me if only to tell me how to make Pig International a magazine that will help you be more profitable.Previous PagePage 70 of 78Next Page
