Use of probiotics in animal feeds and market dynamics

Use of probiotics in animal feeds and market dynamics

In the last 10 years, the use of probiotics in the feed of farm animals such as pigs, poultry, ruminants, aquaculture feeds, and pet feeds has increased significantly. According to a market research, the total sales volume of feed probiotics, which was 1.19 million tons in 2018, reached 1.26 million tons in 2019. It is estimated that this usage will increase in the coming years for reasons such as protecting animal health, supporting growth, increasing immunity and productivity...
5 Key trends influencing animal feed and pet food production in 2024

5 Key trends influencing animal feed and pet food production in...

Henning Gerstenkorn, Business Development Manager Animal Health at Ohly, has shared the top trends set to shape the animal nutrition landscape in 2024.The animal...
Fatty liver disease in fish: is sorbitol and tricholine combination a cure?

Fatty liver disease in fish: Is sorbitol and tricholine combination a...

The article highlights the significant occurrence of fatty liver disease in aquaculture. It is caused in fish consuming a high-fat diet, resulting in increased...
Reducing heat stress impact to improve broilers’ performance and welfare

Reducing impact of heat stress to improve broilers’ performance and welfare

To protect the birds against the impact of heat stress, poultry producers outfit houses with proper equipment (e.g. sprinklers or foggers), implement appropriate feeding...
Dairy cow transition challenges: Holistic solution approach

Dairy cow transition challenges: Holistic solution approach

The transition period in dairy cows is a critical phase in their production cycle; cows experience several physiological, metabolic, and environmental changes. Ultimately, the...
Insect meal: An alternative feed resources for poultry

Insect meal: An alternative feed resources for poultry

Insects are natural foods for poultry. Chickens can be found picking worms and larvae from the grass, soil and litter where they walk. The...
Feed additives to decrease antibiotic use in fish and shrimp production

Feed additives to decrease antibiotic use in fish and shrimp production

Overall, it can be stated that feed additives can play a vital role in the reduction of antibiotics. Feed additives, however, cannot stand alone...
Choosing the right probiotic for your animals

Choosing the right probiotic for your animals

The use of probiotics in animal feed and nutrition is growing with each passing day. However, probiotic companies continue to roll out new products aimed at the livestock market. As a result, choosing the right and consistently performing probiotic for your specific needs is often a challenge. This article aims to provide information about "5 facts you need to know before you buy" so that you can choose the right probiotic for your animals.
The role of postbiotics in promoting gut health in poultry

The role of postbiotics in promoting gut health in poultry

Antibiotics are used in poultry production, mainly to improve gut health and performance. However, owing to growing concerns about the use of medically important...
Kemin becomes majority shareholder in animal vaccine company MEVAC

Kemin becomes majority shareholder in animal vaccine company MEVAC

Kemin Industries is focusing on strengthening its place in the global vaccine manufacturing and distribution market with its increased partnership in Middle East for Vaccines (MEVAC) and investment in its sister company.