pigs

Gut microbiota are essential for the normal nutritional, physiological and immunological functions of the pig. Photo: Canva

14-06-2023 | Article

Top 6 feed additives to restore pig gut health

A combination of fat from black soldier fly larvae and probiotics led to improvements in the growth performance, feed efficiency and health status of piglets.

05-05-2023 | Article

Combined effects of probiotics and insect meal on pig health

Using enzymes is a well-established way to boost the nutritional value of more fibrous feed, but their use is not straightforward.

28-04-2023 | Article

Higher-fibre diets in growing pigs and sows

Photo: Canva

17-04-2023 | In-depth

Alternative by-products to replace soybean in pig nutrition

In recent Spanish research, 24 weaned pigs were involved in a trial to see whether dietary SDP supplementation would influence ASF vaccine efficiency. Photo: Ronald Hissink

09-01-2023 | In-depth

Plasma boosts vaccination effects, even with ASFv

Photo: Canva

02-01-2023 | Article

Holistic nutritional approach for improved gut health

Incorporating fibrous co-products in pig diets reduces the cost of swine production and thus enhances profitability. Photo: Bert Jansen

18-11-2022 | In-depth

Fibre-rich diets for pigs: Pros and cons

Photo: Rye

24-10-2022 | In-depth

Hybrid rye as a replacement for corn in swine diet