Tag: animal performance
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...
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...
Nutritional consultancy, worldwide
At Schothorst Feed Research (SFR), we have the knowledge and the expertise to support nutritionists all over the world to improve pig nutrition in...
New study shows trace mineral source affects lactational and reproductive performance
In the latest installment of the Selko webinar series on November 18, 2024, Dr. Jose Santos, Professor of Dairy Science at the University of...
Brenntag celebrates its 150th anniversary in Germany
Brenntag has highlighted the culmination of its anniversary year with a ceremony in its hometown of Essen, Germany, with guests from industry, politics and...
Better gut health for better returns: Enhancing dairy production with postbiotics
Modern dairy production is facing a series of unprecedented challenges. Postbiotics are an emerging technology that offers a stable, quick and focused solution to...
Feed Probiotics and Global Market Status
Feed probiotics are a valuable addition to animal nutrition and offer many benefits that improve animal health, growth and overall productivity, while also helping...
