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Poultry

Lupins: an alternative protein source for poultry, pigs

Anti-nutritional factors have long worked against lupins as a common feed ingredient; however, new varieties, such as sweet lupin, are proving to be a valuable protein and amino acid source in pig and poultry diets.

April 10, 2017

Poultry

Broilers can extract more minerals from new wheat

Minerals such as phosphorus are more easily available to broilers in a new variety of wheat developed in Denmark, research at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) in the U.K. has shown.

April 7, 2017

Animal Nutrition Views

Why bother with organic acid salts at all?

I have my preferred blend of organic acids that changes according to the needs of the feed in question, but I have always used straight acids.

April 4, 2017

Feed Additives

Colorado to study feasibility of hemp in animal feeds

Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper recently signed a law that allows for a study of the feasibility of hemp products in animal feed and pet food.

March 28, 2017

Animal Nutrition Views

Animal feed nutrition: When you think you know everything

I can offer two examples that prove we are far from knowing everything in animal feed nutrition.

March 28, 2017

Poultry

Why adding enzymes to poultry diets improves digestion

Enzymes improve fiber breakdown and lead to increased overall feed digestibility, including amino acids.

March 22, 2017

Poultry

Experts explore antibiotic alternative strategies, gut health

FIAAP Animal Nutrition Conference explores the utilization of animal feed additives for AGP replacement, improved animal health and performance.

March 22, 2017

Animal Nutrition Views

Using classic poultry nutrition against coccidiosis

As anti-coccidial drugs become ineffective or banned in poultry production, alternatives are needed.

March 21, 2017

Animal Feed for Thought

Putting the spotlight on feed additives for AGP replacement

FIAAP Animal Nutrition Conference aims to address the concerns of nutritionists in Cologne, Germany, June 14, 2017.

March 20, 2017

Animal Nutrition Views

Feed formulation: Soy protein concentrate or isolate?

The two soy protein sources are manufactured using distinct processes. The differences also extend to the main use these products are intended for.

March 14, 2017

Poultry

How to use bentonite in monogastric animal diets

Feeding earth (clays) to animals is not new or abnormal. Wild animals always consume a healthy portion of earth alongside their feed, especially those that look for food below ground.

March 9, 2017

Swine

How to use medium-chain fatty acids in pig diets

Pig gut health suffers during times of stress. This leaves them susceptible to disease, as well as having a negative effect on growth. Medium chain fatty acids are known to have antibacterial activity and their benefit on performance makes them a useful tool in antibiotic-free production.

March 8, 2017