Tag: pig production
Gut health solution: From phytogenic to bile salt hydrolase inhibition
Unlike traditional AGPs which reduce diversity of gut microbiota, a gut health solution product having BSHI functionality supports the diversity of gut microbiota. Since...
Effective Weaning: A pre- and post-weaning nutritional approach
The weaning period represents a piglet’s transition from dependence on the sow’s milk to a diet of solid feed. This is a critical stage...
Bernd Meerpohl assigned as interim CEO of Big Dutchman
Big Dutchman has publicized the resignation of its CEO, Dr. Frank Hiller, effective 30 September 2024. The Supervisory Board has appointed Bernd Meerpohl as...
SFR consultant touches upon challenges in swine production
Jan Fledderus, who joined Schothorst Feed Research (SFR) as Pig Product Manager, touched on the challenges facing swine production, including production efficiency, antibiotic use,...
Thermo solutions support animals during the summer
CCPA Group recommends Thermo® solutions to breeders and production organizations in dealing with summers that are unpredictable and polymorphic, growing expectations for animal welfare,...
AB Vista to present latest fiber research with academic professionals
New research on the benefits of fiber in swine diets will be unveiled by a collaboration of academic experts at the upcoming American Society...
How to make sustainable pig production more profitable?
Several ways exist to make pig farming more sustainable. One way can be to optimize the use of antimicrobials to reduce risks of antibiotic...
Post-weaning diarrhea in piglets: Contributing factors related to husbandry practices and nutritional protection strategies
Weaning is one of the most challenging periods of the pig’s life. The stress typically causes a drastic reduction in feed intake which predisposes...
Alltech announces its three new team members
Alltech, one of the leaders of the animal nutrition industry, announced that 3 new names have joined its team. Andy Rash and Mark Hulsebus...
How organic zinc can support the pork production of tomorrow, today
Adaptation of pig production is needed to answer the customer demand for sustainably produced and high-quality products. Supplementation with a highly available zinc source...
