Tag: Nutritional science/management: Page 29

Poultry

Why protein requirements differ for diseased livestock

The proper functioning of the immune system is absolutely critical to livestock survival and well-being. Provision of the correct nutrients, especially amino acids, for the immune system can enhance its function during times of stress while simultaneously minimizing detrimental effects on tissue growth.

July 25, 2016

Latest News

Evonik’s Biolys® plant comes on stream in Castro, Brazil

First Evonik plant to produce the feed-grade amino acid L-lysine in Latin America

July 20, 2016

Feed Production by Region

European Union cuts maximum zinc levels in animal feeds

The European Union has lowered the maximum levels of zinc that may be added to feeds for farmed animals.

July 20, 2016

Poultry

How much salt should you add in your animal feed diets?

Today, salt is quite inexpensive and readily available throughout the world. Its significance in nutrition remains unchanged, although not many think of it when formulating diets for animals.

July 14, 2016

Poultry

How proper vitamin levels improve poultry performance

Global poultry production is forecast to increase to a record 89.7 million tons in 2016. To account for the advances in poultry meat and egg production, balanced vitamin levels are required as a cost-effective method to optimize animal health, well-being and performance, as well as quality and nutritional value.

July 7, 2016

Poultry

Calsporin approved in Europe for laying hens, fish

The European Commission has approved the use of the probiotic Calsporin (Bacillus subtilis C-3102, No. 4b1820 - gut flora stabilizer) for laying hens and ornamental fish.

July 5, 2016

Animal Nutrition Views

What is the deal with chromium feed additives?

Pigs and poultry do not require supplementation with chromium to thrive; enough is provided by natural feedstuffs to cover their modest requirements. Yet, chromium in specific forms is an additive prodigal in beneficial claims, sold in many countries.

July 5, 2016

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Solvay and Orffa enhance their partnership to develop feed market in Denmark

Solvay and its distributor partner Orffa expand their relationship to better serve Bicar®Z market in Denmark. Bicar®Z is the sodium bicarbonate based solution produced by Solvay for livestock breeding.

June 29, 2016

Poultry

Valine supplement may reduce feed costs, pollution

Supplementing swine and poultry feed with amino acids makes feeds more efficient and sustainable, according to Evonik.

June 27, 2016

Poultry

What’s the best source of methionine for broilers?

Methionine is an essential part of modern animal agriculture, but one molecule may be a better source of the amino acid than other options.

June 23, 2016

Poultry

Novus CEO shares his vision for the animal ag industry

The future of the largest feed additive company in the U.S. will depend on continual innovation, according to its CEO.

June 22, 2016

Animal Nutrition Views

Lessons learned switching corn to wheat in broiler diets

A broiler producer reported severe loss of performance after a switch from corn to wheat. The broilers just refused to eat as much as they used to, and growth rates and feed efficiency were in the red. What was the problem?

June 21, 2016