Formulating animal feed rations with a Pearson Square
When developing a ration for livestock, especially when using only a few ingredients, a Pearson Square may be easiest to use. A Pearson Square...
Role and functions of emulsifier as a feed additive in poultry...
The major cost of feed formulations is energy. Hence, from an economic point of view, enhancing the energy efficiency of these raw materials is...
A new perspective in gut–brain axis: Pay more attention to postbiotic
The gut–brain axis (GBA) refers to the bidirectional communication system between the gastrointestinal tract and the central nervous system. There are two ways for...
Toxin management for dairy cows: Is it really that important?
Mycotoxins pose a risk to humans and animals. Yet they are practically unavoidable in feed rations. With the right toxin management, you can protect...
Synchronized technology & services inform precise feed formulations
Smart digital tools and Artificial Intelligence can also help farmers better understand how animal performance is linked to nutrition, suggesting they make the appropriate...
Revolutionizing animal health with Computer-Aided Phytotherapy
As awareness about the adverse effects of antibiotics and chemicals on animal health and the environment grows, there is a need for natural and...
Help safeguard dairy cows from hemorrhagic bowel syndrome
Hemorrhagic bowel syndrome (HBS) may not be a common issue — but it is a deadly one. Dr. Jim Chapman, Ph.D., Senior Research Leader,...
Countering the mycotoxin challenge
Natural toxins produced by moulds on animal feedstuffs are increasing worldwide –partly as a result of climate change – and nutritionists are taking their...
Advantages of feed formulation software
As a feed producing company the volumes to process, the legislation imposed and the time pressure to get feed to the market are so...
Feed efficiency in animal nutrition: How to do more with less?
Defined as the amount of feed required to produce milk or meat, feed efficiency, also known as the feed conversion ratio (FCR), can be...
