Animal Nutrition

Modern egg production is increasingly focused on the goal of a 100-week laying period and 500 eggs per hen, while maintaining consistent eggshell quality....

While precision nutrition relies on accurately defining nutrient requirements, functional nutrition adds a deeper layer by considering how animals utilise nutrients under real production...

Rising costs, antibiotic restrictions, and environmental pressures are reshaping production, highlighting the need for nutritional strategies where functional phytogenics for sustainable animal nutrition play...

Kalo leaves present a promising alternative feed ingredient for poultry, offering high protein content, essential vitamins, and improved digestibility. Studies indicate that incorporating kalo...

Dual microencapsulation represents a significant advancement in feed additive design, providing precision, consistency, and multifunctionality through the controlled, sequential release of bioactive compounds. By...

While animal feed created from recycled food may be a new concept to some, it’s an established product that’s been used for decades. It’s...

Organic acids fulfill multiple roles in weaning diets for piglets. As acidifiers, they must be used in conjunction with a good knowledge of the...

The extensive use of both antibiotics and ZnO has raised significant concerns, as both can contribute to the development of antimicrobial resistance, while high...

Producers try to overcome the low voluntary intake immediately after weaning by enhancing feed palatability. While this strategy may effectively increase feed consumption, the...

Mineral nutrition plays a crucial role in sustainable livestock production, influencing both environmental excretions and animal performance. Choosing highly bioavailable mineral sources can reduce...