Tag: heat stress
Managing heat stress in poultry: The role of oxidative stress and gut health
Heat stress in poultry production is a common reality; its effects are quite complex and harmful and depend on the intensity and duration of...
Managing heat stress and endotoxin threats in modern dairy farming
Heat stress and endotoxin challenges are becoming increasingly critical in modern dairy farming. Rising temperatures not only reduce feed intake and milk quality but...
Heat stress in pigs: Why it matters and how to manage it
Heat stress in pigs poses a significant threat to welfare, performance and farm profitability. Pigs’ unique physiology makes them especially vulnerable, impacting feed intake,...
Managing heat stress in swine and ruminants: New insights and nutritional strategies
Managing heat stress in swine and ruminants remains a growing concern as rising temperatures negatively affect growth, fertility and milk production. Recent trials highlight...
A novel nutritional solution to mitigate heat stress in dairy cows
Traditional strategies for heat stress management often rely on physical cooling methods such as fans, misters, and shade structures. While these are important, they...
Supporting poultry during heat stress: Risks and technical solutions
Supporting poultry during heat stress requires a multi-faceted strategy addressing both environmental and nutritional factors. When high temperatures and humidity exceed birds’ tolerance, their...
Supporting dairy cows during heat stress
Modern high-yielding dairy cows, while genetically superior, exhibit increased susceptibility to metabolic disorders and fertility issues. Maintaining optimal gut health is paramount in mitigating...
Shielding poultry performance from the heat
One of the primary mechanisms through which heat stress negatively impacts poultry is the activation of the body's inflammatory response. Inflammation in the gut...
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...
Poultry Under Pressure: Understanding & combating thermal stress
Heat stressed poultry need to dissipate excess body heat and will exhibit certain behaviors to indicate that they are overheated. Poultry will exhibit increased...
