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Zinc oxide or the alternatives: What is the right answer?

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25-07-2022 | Article

Understanding mechanisms of gene-nutrient interaction in pigs

Researchers say that choice of grazing system, coupled with efficient manure management, could significantly reduce the environmental impact of milk production in the UK. Photo: Herbert Wiggerman

22-07-2022 | Article

New feeds and feeding systems for forage-fed ruminant livestock

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22-07-2022 | Article

Research shows how wheat trade disruption affects food security

Understanding the different types of methanogens, how they interact with other microbes and their role in methanogenesis may enable the unveiling of mitigation strategies that can effectively reduce CH4 formation without disturbing the ruminal environment. Photo: Mark Pasveer

20-07-2022 | Article

Methane mitigation: Understanding the rumen microbiome

The use of yeast in cattle diets has resulted in improved rumen fermentation, animal health, milk yield, and adaptation to heat stress. Photo: Herbert Wiggerman

18-07-2022 | Article

Yeast as a feed supplement for cattle

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18-07-2022 | Article

4 tactics for feeding sows under heat stress

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15-07-2022 | Article

A healthy gut is key: Zero Zinc Summit

Adding EOAs at 200 mg/kg or 500 mg/kg is beneficial in terms of weight gain and feed efficiency in broiler chickens with necrotic enteritis infection. Photo: Lex Salverda

13-07-2022 | Article

Blending organic acids with essential oils to replace AGPs in broilers

One-third of all the food produced for humans every year is wasted. Is there an opportunity for this waste to re-enter the supply chain? Photo: Farhad Ibrahimzade

11-07-2022 | Article

Can bakery and confectionary products be used in pig feed?