Rethinking transition cow management
Up to 75% of cow diseases occur within the first month post-calving — making this phase critical for long-term health and productivity. While transition...
Polyphenols on the early weaning of piglets
Producers try to overcome the low voluntary intake immediately after weaning by enhancing feed palatability. While this strategy may effectively increase feed consumption, the...
Supporting poultry resilience from within: Nutrition-driven immunity and gut health
Supporting poultry resilience requires strategies that strengthen immunity, enhance gut health, and reduce vulnerability to stressors and infections. Nutritional approaches involving short- and medium-chain...
Olive by-products in poultry feed: effects on meat quality
The use of by-products is essential in a circular economy and contributes to the sustainability of food systems. Olive bioactive compounds can be incorporated...
The critical relationship between feed quality and gut health in livestock
The relationship between feed quality and gut health in livestock operates through multiple interconnected pathways. Physical feed characteristics, microbial load and processing parameters all...
Harnessing Polyphenols: Fighting free radicals
In livestock production, oxidative damage caused by free radicals is a major concern, as it can impair immune function, reduce growth performance, and deteriorate...
Seaweed Blends: A natural route to resilient gut health in livestock
Whilst many feed additives are designed to address the challenges of gut health in livestock, seaweed deserves far greater recognition as a sustainable and...
Nutrition-driven gut health
Nutrition-driven gut health is emerging as a practical approach to support animal well-being while reducing antibiotic reliance. By targeting the gut microbiome, enhancing nutrient...
Phytogenics: Smart nutrition for animal resilience
We see phytogenics entering a whole new phase. It’s not only about what’s in the plant—it’s about how we use it, how we target...
Botanical Feed Ingredients: Stability is key for functionality
Botanical feed ingredients are functional plant-based compounds that can support animal welfare, performance, and sustainable production. To fully realize these benefits, the stability of...
