Disabling dysbiosis in its attack on chicken performance and profits

Disabling dysbiosis in its attack on chicken performance and profits

Countering dysbiosis in chicken to avoid reduced and uneven growth rates across flocks, issues that can have a severe impact on bird health and...
A new dimension in protein source evaluation

A new dimension in protein source evaluation

Knowing the protein kinetics of each protein source will allow nutritionists to formulate diets with a higher protein biological value, optimizing animal performance and...
Post-weaning diarrhea In piglets: Contributing factors related to husbandry practices and nutritional protection strategies

Post-weaning diarrhea in piglets: Contributing factors related to husbandry practices and...

Weaning is one of the most challenging periods of the pig’s life. The stress typically causes a drastic reduction in feed intake which predisposes...
A major discovery in the science of fatty acids

A major discovery in the science of fatty acids

New research on fatty acids, revealed at Trouw Nutrition 3rd LifeStart Calf Symposium, sheds light on how fatty acids in milk fat act as...
Cryptosporidia in calves – chickens can help

Cryptosporidia in calves – Chickens can help

Infection with cryptosporidia and sometimes subsequent diarrhea entails treatment of the animals and generates costs (veterinarian, medication, electrolyte drinks). In addition, poorer feed conversion,...
High milk production is a biomarker for wellness

High milk production is a biomarker for wellness

Dairy cows are often thought of as metabolic super athletes, requiring hard work and a herculean effort to achieve high milk production... In reality,...
Butirex c4: increasing feed intake in 0-14 day old chicken

Butirex C4: Increasing feed intake in 0-14 day old chicken

Butirex C4 is a highly concentrated butyric acid, with an exclusive protection system, which makes it a functional nutrient that has an enormous impact...
Phytogenics: a tool to improve efficiency in lamb feedlots

Phytogenics: A tool to improve efficiency in lamb feedlots

For successful lamb feedlotting, it is essential to have a basic understanding of the lamb's digestive system. A major issue is that the lamb's...
Zootechnical feed additives: toppling regulatory hurdles

Zootechnical feed additives: Toppling regulatory hurdles

Zootechnical feed additives are growing in popularity thanks to their benefits for animals, animal owners, and feed additive developers alike. But bringing such products...
Ensuring an optimal weaning transition: Activate gut immunity and positively influence rumen microbiota to benefit calf performance

Ensuring an optimal weaning transition: Activate gut immunity and positively influence...

The weaning transition is a major challenge in calf management. With a proper plan for nutrition (milk and solid feed), producers can help support...