Tag: gastrointestinal health
What is “gut health” in animal nutrition?
The optimization of farm animal diets and nutrition should also consider the various aspects of gastrointestinal functionality that contribute to improvement of animal health...
The determination of a nutritional matrix by modelling
Including a phytogenic feed additive (PFA) in feed has shown effects on enhancing the performance of broilers and swine at all stages of the...
How fatty acid esters contribute to gut health in animal production?
Sustainability is a growing key issue for poultry and swine productions. One of the main social expectations is to remove antibiotics from feeds. Many...
Precise microbiome modulation: A new era in microbiome research in poultry production
A large portion of substances in the bloodstream of animals originate from the intestinal microbes, and these are key when linking physiological processes (e.g.,...
Seaweed can positively influence the poultry microbiome
The gastrointestinal microbiota, which has been associated with nutrient availability and maintenance of the normal physiological status of the gastrointestinal tract, can be influenced...
Can gut health save the pocket of a farmer as well as … the...
Many factors contribute to the profitability of livestock production. Feed intake, body weight, daily gain, feed conversion ratio (FCR), and mortality are all interrelated...
Benefits of Bacillus coagulans DSM 32016 supplementation on performance in broilers
Studies have shown that Bacillus coagulans can improve protein digestion, modulate and balance the intestinal microbiota, and stimulate the immune system. This can support...
Fibre in monogastric: From undesirable to beneficial nutrient
There is a high interest towards fibre understanding and how this can be optimally used in feed formulation for monogastric, to improve performance and...
