The effects of graded levels of quillaja saponins on the productivity of commercial laying hens A study was conducted by K W Bafundo of Poultry Diagnostic and Research Center, University…
Cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL) is an effective rumen modulator that reduces methane emissions and shifts fermentation patterns without adverse effects on animal performance, found a meta-analysis performed by Slamet…
LivoLiv supplementation improves liver health and broiler performance Liver health plays a central role in nutrient metabolism, detoxification, lipid utilization, and overall physiological resilience in poultry production. Under intensive rearing…
CELMANAX supplementation reduces Salmonella prevalence in poultry diets Salmonella control remains a major priority in poultry production due to its impact on animal health, food safety, and overall production efficiency.…
Exogenous Protease in Piglet Diets: Reducing the Negative Effects of Trypsin Inhibitors Soybean meal is one of the most widely used protein sources in swine nutrition, but it also contains…
Effect of NuxaSan 500™ on Performance and Intestinal Health in Broilers Challenged with Eimeria spp. Coccidiosis caused by Eimeria spp. remains one of the most economically important intestinal diseases in…
Are Plant-Based Steaks and Cold Cuts as Nutritious as Their Meat Counterparts? Plant-based meats have made remarkable strides in replicating the taste and texture of animal products, from beef to…
The supplementation of CELMANAX in diets for sow breeders and piglets during the nursery phase improved the performance of the females and finishing pigs in a commercial research trial. The…
Review of Anti-Nutritional Factors in Livestock Feed In their study, Mijena and Ijara (2024) from the Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research explore anti-nutritional factors (ANFs) present in livestock feed, emphasizing…
Strategies for Reducing Methane Emissions in Dairy Nutrition: A Comprehensive Review In a recent review published in the Journal of Dairy Science, notable advancements in nutrition strategies for methane mitigation…
A recent study explored the potential benefits of plant-derived squalene (SQ) on the growth performance and oxidative stress in weaned piglets, addressing a common challenge in the modern pig industry.…
A recent study addresses the challenge of heat stress in dairy farms, emphasizing the need for improved assessments and mitigation practices. The goal was to evaluate the performance of ventilation…
Resilience of the U.S. Pork Packing Industry: The Role of Labor and External Disruptions In a recent study by Padilla et al. (2023), researchers investigated how labor shortages, disasters, and…
A recent study highlights the impact of maternal metabolic profile and seasonality on the health and metabolism of Holstein calves. Led by Fernanda Carolina Ramos dos Santos and her team…
Precision Feeding: A Sustainable Revolution in Pig Farming Addressing Environmental Challenges in Pig Farming Environmental contamination from nitrogen and phosphorus excretion has long been a major issue in pig farming,…
Boosting Ovulation in Ewes with Protein Supplementation: Findings from EEA Mercedes The productivity of sheep flocks in Argentina remains below the species' potential, with lambing rates typically not exceeding 60-70%,…
A recent study has revealed that Fermented Total Mixed Ration (FTMR) can significantly improve nutrient digestibility and milk quality in Holstein dairy cows. The research, conducted by a team…
The poultry industry is continuously evolving, seeking innovative solutions to enhance productivity while maintaining sustainability. Among these solutions, phytobiotics—plant-derived products with bioactive properties— have gained significant attention. These natural additives…
Embracing Profit Maximization and Sustainability in Poultry Feed Formulation The poultry industry's current feed formulation methods prioritize minimizing costs over maximizing profits. Although complex models considering bird growth and environmental…
Effects of Synthetic Zeolite A and DCAD on Dairy Cow Mineral Metabolism A recent study conducted at the University of Wisconsin-Madison by Frizzarini et al. (2024) has shed light on…
Water in Poultry Farming Many researchers and professionals related to poultry farming have emphasized the importance of this nutrient in the development, health, and well-being of animals. The pursuit of…
Evaluate the effect of Natu-B4® supplementation on the zootechnical performance of fattening pigs
Investigations into reducing dietary crude protein (CP) in chickens began in the early 1940s, marking nearly a century of exploration in poultry nutrition research. While advances have been made, many…
Toxicology of Brown Sorghums in Poultry and Swine The advancement of poultry and swine farming systems towards intensive production has been bolstered by the large-scale production of balanced feeds, predominantly…
Understanding Ergot Alkaloid Toxicosis Ergot alkaloids, derived from fungi of the genus Claviceps and often found in contaminated feed, pose a formidable challenge to cattle health and productivity. These compounds…
Unveiling the Potential of Fermented Bamboo Powder in Poultry Nutrition: A Comprehensive Study In the realm of animal nutrition, the quest for innovative, sustainable, and health-promoting feed sources continues unabated.…
Evaluate the effect of Natu-B4® supplementation on the zootechnical performance of fattening pigs
Unraveling Microbiome Dynamics in Poultry Production: Implications for Avian Health and Welfare Poultry production systems are integral components of global food production, catering to the burgeoning demand for poultry meat…
Understanding the dynamics of gut microbiota and how this impacts the intestinal health of poultry is a key aspect for production. The intricate interplay between the intestinal microbiota and the…
BronchoVest - The Great Ally for Respiratory Relief & Heat Stress Reduction There are countless challenges in poultry farming, regardless of the production phase, in terms of health, environment, and…
Investigating Probiotic Supplementation in Swine Production In the realm of swine production, the quest for alternative strategies to enhance performance and maintain intestinal health without relying heavily on antibiotics has…
Revolutionizing Poultry Production: Probiotics and Essential Oils as AGP Alternatives In an era marked by escalating global demand for chicken meat production, the poultry industry faces a complex array of…
Cold Plasma:Unveiling a Game-Changing Solution In the relentless battle against toxins that plague our food supply, a groundbreaking discovery has emerged from the laboratories of the University of Alberta. By…
Pioneering Sustainable Feed Solutions In a pioneering study originating from the University of Gothenburg, researchers unveil a transformative approach to addressing a pressing challenge in aquaculture: the production of sustainable…
Xylanase supplementation emerges as a promising strategy to unlock the nutritional value of canola meal in livestock diets. By enhancing nutrient digestibility and modulating microbial fermentation, xylanase offers a pathway to optimize dietary formulations for improved animal performance.
Addressing global greenhouse gas concerns requires mitigating enteric methane (CH4) emissions from ruminant livestock.
While insect consumption is deeply ingrained in African, Asian, and Latin American cultures, a growing awareness of food sustainability is fueling interest in Europe.
Enhancing Ruminant Health: The Role of Rumen-Protected Amino Acids and Choline Understanding the Impact of Methionine, Lysine, and Choline on Periparturient Ruminants In a comprehensive study conducted by Muhammad Zahoor…
Enhancing Sow and Piglet Health with 25-OH-D3 Supplementation A Novel Approach to Swine Health In the dynamic landscape of swine production, the quest for optimal health and performance of sows…
Almond hulls hold promise as a premium animal feed supplement, provided enhancements are made to boost both protein quantity and quality, especially focusing on essential amino acid composition. The global…
The fight against antimicrobial resistance requires concerted efforts from governments, international organizations, researchers, and local communities.
The integration of agricultural by-products into animal diets represents a promising avenue towards sustainability in livestock production.
Sheep's milk, often overlooked compared to its more common counterparts like cow's milk, has been gaining popularity due to its various nutritional benefits. Below, we will explore some of the reasons why sheep's milk can be a healthy and delicious choice.
In the evolving landscape of sheep farming, the quest for sustainable and economically viable practices has led to a nuanced understanding of the interplay between feed efficiency, genetics, and dietary factors.
Researchers from INTA Rafaela advise adopting cold diets, where the incorporation of lipid energy emerges as a crucial factor, owing to "its high energy density and lack of heat production through fermentation."
How to Select a Good Milk Replacer for Your Farm? Typically, in highly focused dairy goat farms, the newborn is isolated from the doe immediately after birth and nourished with…
Fishmeal has gained recognition as a valuable component in cattle feeding, providing significant health and performance benefits to livestock. It is a high-quality protein source as it contains all the essential amino acids that cattle require for the growth and maintenance of their tissues.
The outcomes from the algae cultivation pilot tests conducted in the Ebro Delta bays and at IRTA's La Ràpita facilities indicate the potential initiation of macroalgae commercialization in Catalonia in 2024. Additionally, these results have been utilized to develop a guide for aquaculture operators contemplating the cultivation of macroalgae in their installations.
The NeoGiANT initiative, led by the University of Santiago de Compostela (Spain), has achieved significant progress in its goal of reducing dependence on antibiotics in animal farming.
An Argentine study verified the incidence of different feeding programs of slow-growing broiler breeders on the color of the eggshells, with shell color being a key indicator of shell resistance and hatchability
Eggs are a symbol of affordable and accessible nutrition, offering a rich source of high-quality protein, essential vitamins and minerals..
Highly productive dairy cows are subjected to the inclusion of a large number of additives to enhance production, emphasizing or improving gastrointestinal tract conditions (Troncoso, 2015).
The cost of feed plays a significant role in animal production, as it represents around 70% of the cost of live animals or derived products. Therefore, maximizing feed utilization, improving the productive efficiency index through enhanced feed conversion, and reducing the negative impact of microorganisms are essential for economic and environmental viability. One way to enhance this efficiency is through thermal treatment of the feed.
Plant-based beverages (PBB) are marketed as healthy and sustainable alternatives to milk, although studies indicate that their nutritional quality is inferior.
Corn stands as the predominant feed ingredient in global poultry nutrition, wielding a profound influence on the health and performance of flocks. Contributing up to 65% of metabolizable energy and…
Eubiotic is a Greek word coming from “eu” and “bios”, meaning “healthy” and “life”. Feed additives that help to improve biosecurity in the gastrointestinal tract (GI tract) by lowering pathogenic…
Ruminants are recognized for possessing forestomachs, a notable distinction from other mammals. The physiological processes governing the function of bovine forestomachs are explained in the following entry. Enrique Rimbaud, a…
A new research study examined the energy needs of Holstein × Gyr cows during gestation, revealing differences in energy requirements between pregnant and non-pregnant cows.
