Pig
Pig feed middlemen dislike Smithfield’s farm-direct buys
Some US grain handlers dislike Smithfield Foods’ increasing purchase of animal feed grain directly from farmers and storage of that pig feed
- Stabilized rice bran boosts antibiotic-free piglet growth
- Pig, poultry enzyme growth promoter research, JAM 2016
- Helping heat stressed pigs with live yeast
- Predicting creep feed intake in piglets
- Weaning stress on piglets and their microbiota
- Piglet growth helped with yeast instead of antibiotics
- How the anti-inflammatory drugs given to sows affect the piglets
- Germany feeding pigs sustainably without soy
Pig
6 immunoglobulin purchasing tips for piglets, broilers
Before you decide on which source of immunoglobulins to buy for a piglet or broiler diet, consider these six aspects that will help you make an educated busines
Zinc's future in pig feeds under EU regulations
Zinc is a problem area for regions with intensive densities of animal production, and we should anticipate tighter control over its use and disposal.
Five possible negative effects of zinc oxide on piglets
Preventing piglet diarrhea using high levels of zinc oxide often brings about hidden negative consequences.
How to create a successful piglet feed
The "perfect" formula is dictated largely by local conditions, market preferences and production processes.
EU authorities may lower piglet feed copper content max
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has proposed a reduction in the maximum copper content of feed for piglets.
Adding copper sulfate to antibiotic-free piglet diets
Long before the advent of zinc oxide, another mineral used to dominate piglet feeds: copper sulphate. It was known to reduce or prevent piglet diarrheas
4 global pig meat trade data trends identified
Researcher found imbalances among nations’ imports and exports depending on development level.
Growth in Russian pig meat trade
For the most recent quarter, Russia increased both imports and exports of pig meat. Russian imports of fresh and frozen pork were significantly higher
Piglets need no more than 25 ppm zinc for optimal growth
Study shows growth performance did not differ for pigs supplemented with zinc. Zinc is the trace element widely known from the diarrhea control properties
Zinc oxide buffers organic acids in piglet feeds
Buffering capacity is an important aspect often overlooked when it comes to using "conventional" ingredients, like zinc oxide.
Six industrial by-products for liquid feeding pigs
Liquid feeding can reduce pig feed costs when combined with inexpensive industrial by-products that often are given away for the price of their transportation.
How to reduce liquid pig feed microbial contamination
Microbiological control of raw materials and finished feed with the right use of acids is an essential step towards controlling feed quality.