The importance of glycine in low-protein layer diets

In today’s layer production systems, where efficiency matters more than ever, glycine may offer another tool to support performance while fine-tuning crude protein.

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In layer nutrition, reducing crude protein (CP) is considered beneficial among many feed professionals. Claims include lower feed costs, less nitrogen waste and better overall efficiency. But, achieving high productivity, health and maintaining reasonable feed costs remains a delicate balance. Cut too far, and egg production or quality can take a hit. Here is where glycine, a simple but important amino acid, is gaining renewed attention worldwide.

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