Tag: weaning
New challenges call for a fresh weaning strategy for piglets
Despite advancements in management and nutrition, post-weaning diarrhoea remains a prevalent and costly issue in piglets, leading to mortality, reduced growth rates, and increased...
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...
Cryptosporidia in calves – Chickens can help
Infection with cryptosporidia and sometimes subsequent diarrhea entails treatment of the animals and generates costs (veterinarian, medication, electrolyte drinks). In addition, poorer feed conversion,...
Ensuring an optimal weaning transition: Activate gut immunity and positively influence rumen microbiota to...
The weaning transition is a major challenge in calf management. With a proper plan for nutrition (milk and solid feed), producers can help support...
SFR: A good growth before weaning influences milk production positively
The research conducted by Schothorst Feed Research (SFR) shows that positive results of intensive calf milk programs on the growth of calves were found....
Nutrition key to piglet weaning performance
Switching from sow’s milk to solid pre-starter formula feed can trigger a range of digestive issues, impacting both piglet’s health and long-term performance. However,...
Can acidification replace zinc oxide in piglet diets?
Restrictions on feeding high levels of zinc oxide will become effective in the EU in June 2022. Anticipating these changes, Trouw Nutrition has conducted...
How to shape piglets’ gut for successful weaning
Piglet morbidity and mortality are a major welfare concern and source of economic losses, with gastro-intestinal problems ranking amongst the highest causes. With the...
Four common weaning problems and their nutritional solutions
Good farm management practices and high-quality feed formulations are the most important points when addressing the stresses around weaning. However, realistically, we cannot always...
