Tag: feed conversion ratio
Breaking the Chain: Combating trypsin inhibitors to maximize nutrient utilization
Trypsin inhibitors are naturally occurring proteins found predominantly in soybeans and other legumes. These inhibitors bind to trypsin—an essential enzyme responsible for breaking down...
How will the U.S. overcome its dependency on China for feed additives?
The problem isn’t China. The real issue is that we’ve built a system that actively discourages companies from producing feed additives here in the...
Novus to share analysis of U.S. soybean meal quality at IPPE 2025
Novus will share its findings on the U.S. soybean meal quality and its new research on copper sources and their effect on broilers during...
Trouw Nutrition to spotlight science-based strategies at IPPE 2025
During the International Production & Processing Expo 2025 (IPPE), 28-30 January in Atlanta, USA, Trouw Nutrition will be highlighting science-based strategies to support feed...
How LEVUCELL SB helps enhance efficiency and resilience in fattening pigs
Optimizing energy metabolism in fattening pigs is crucial for profitability, as 70% of feed costs are energy-related. S.c. var. boulardii CNCM I-1079 ( LEVUCELL...
Transforming shrimp farming in Ecuador with Skretting 360+
Skretting 360+ was launched for the first time in Ecuador as a programme aimed at transforming shrimp farming by focusing on three pillars: Precision...
Small Switches, Big Change two years in
By implementing an integrated feed-farm-health approach, producers notice a clear improvement in technical performance. Usually, the investment in the antibiotic reduction program is fully...
New study reveals ‘invisible’ cause of feed outages
A new study conducted by BinSentry and HANOR has revealed a new cause of animal feed outages costing producers up to 7 basis points...
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...
Sustainable Livestock Farming: Progress since 1950
The global population increased by approximately 220%, from 2.5 billion in 1950 to 8 billion in 2023. In the meantime, estimates suggest that, in...
