Tag: weaning piglets
From stress to success: Feed strategies for critical periods
In this article, I draw on my experience in animal nutrition to explain why critical periods in young animals matter. I also share practical...
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,...
Boosting natural immunity with FRA® C12 Dry
New findings reveal that FRA® C12, known for its antiviral activity, could help support natural body defence. It improved sow and piglet performance on...
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...
Orego-Stim supports piglet health & performance in the absence of antibiotics – study
According to an independent study conducted on piglets, Orego-Stim - natural oregano essential oil - supports piglet health and performance in the absence of...
CP Foods humane farming model with animal welfare innovations
Charoen Pokphand Foods PCL (CP Foods) unveils animal welfare innovations to create a model that promote humane principles for husbandry to grow naturally and safely as a key factor to produce healthy meat quality throughout the supply chain to ensure food security and sufficiency under a single standard for its businesses both in Thailand and overseas investment.
