Effective Weaning: A pre- and post-weaning nutritional approach
The weaning period represents a piglet’s transition from dependence on the sow’s milk to a diet of solid feed. This is a critical stage...
Robust Piglets: Feed solutions to support piglets’ health and performance
Generally, the term ‘robust piglet’ is considered important since we have to ensure that the animals have a higher resilience to stress. This allows...
Intestinal Health: Key to livestock performance
In young animals like piglets and calves, intestinal development is crucial during the early weeks of life. At birth, their intestinal tracts are immature...
Mycotoxins pose an unseen risk to calf development
Mycotoxins are concentrated on the seeds, placing swine and poultry production at a higher risk, however, calves are particularly vulnerable owing to their underdeveloped...
Phytobiotics’ flavours optimize feed intake in piglets
Flavours and sweeteners improve feed intake in piglets, especially during challenging transitions like weaning. A recent study found that incorporating a vanilla flavour with...
A winning strategy for calf gut health
Producers spend a lot of time and money trying to improve the genetics of their herds. Calves that have both strong immune system development...
The importance of proper early nutrition
Weaning animals may experience a suppressed appetite that discourages feed intake. High-intensity sweeteners and palatants provide an effective incentive for calves and piglets to...
Biotechnology start-up secures €30 million in funding
One of the world leaders in the industrial production of the Tenebrio molitor, Tebrio has secured €30 million in funding. The company explains it...
Olmix hosts event dedicated to immunity and gut health in animals
A global company specialized in biosourced solutions for livestock, Olmix hosted its “Immuno’Science forum” on the 15th of October, 2024. Dedicated to immunity and...
EuroTier 2024 to spotlight current topics and trends in livestock sector
Some 2,000 exhibitors from 55 countries will come together at EuroTier 2024, one of the world's leading trade fairs for professional animal husbandry and...
