ISSUE FOCUS 54 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE October 2024 al experimental setups. This approach revealed that oxidative stress triggers a persistent inflammatory response, extending well beyond the initial trigger and resulting in cumulative damage over time. MANAGEMENT AND MITIGATION STRATEGIES The negative impact of feed on metabolic and sterile intestinal inflammation can be mitigated through a combination of four strategies: 1. Optimizing Feed Composition Incorporate ingredients with anti-inflammatory properties, such as fatty acids, antioxidants and certain plant extracts. The toolbox is very versatile and offers several options. Understanding them and testing them in real life conditions makes the difference between profit and loss on the farm. 2. Quality Control Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: Ensure proper storage and handling of feed to avoid contamination with mycotoxins and other harmful substances. 3. Supplementation Supplement with intestinal health supporting products. The market is offering several solutions, you just have to make sure that these are working in real, commercial conditions, not only in low pressure, clean facilities. Add digestive enzymes to improve nutrient absorption and reduce the impact of anti-nutritional factors. 4. Monitoring and Adjustments Conduct regular health and performance assessments to detect early signs of inflammation. Chronic intestinal inflammation can be detected only microscopically, so make sure to analyse it accordingly. Tailor diets based on specific needs and stress periods to minimize metabolic stress and inflammation. CONCLUSION The relationship between feed and metabolic or sterile intestinal inflammation in poultry is complex but understanding it is crucial for maintaining optimal health and productivity. By understanding the impact of nutrient composition, feed quality, and processing, poultry producers can develop effective strategies to manage and mitigate intestinal inflammation. We have commercial products that offer a holistic approach ensuing healthier flocks, better performance, while reducing the reliance on antibiotics and ultimately leading to more sustainable poultry production and better profits. About Dr. Attila Kovács Dr. Attila Kovács is a veterinarian, holding a masters in animal pathology and human health from the University of Veterinary Medicine in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. Dr. Kovács practiced his small animal veterinary skills as well, during his studies, when he was working as a veterinary assistant in Lake Tahoe, California, USA. For the last 14 years, he has been working in the animal feed additive industry. Currently, he holds the position of Global Category Manager Intestinal Health with the company Innovad®, being responsible for the product portfolios directly related to intestinal health. About Dr. Fernando Trajano Lima Dr. Fernando Trajano Lima graduated in Veterinary Medicine in 1991 from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of Lisbon. He started his career at Provimi as a generalist Technical Assistant and later Commercial Technical Manager for Poultry, (1991-2011), Technical and Commercial Manager at Zezere (2011-2012), Poultry Technical Director at Biomin 2013-2021 (EMEA-Europe, Middle East and Africa), Director of Poultry and Performance Solutions at DSM (2021-2023) and is currently Global Technical Director for Poultry at Innovad. He currently lives in Switzerland and globally supports production, diagnostics and clinical and additive solutions in poultry farming.
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