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Marine algae may inhibit bacterial growth in pigs A study indicates an extract of marine algae harvested in Brittany could be used in feed to inhibit the proliferation of pathogens and stimulate an immune
08/01/2018
Recombinetics, DNA Genetics form alliance to end surgical castration of swine Alliance aims to improve swine health and well-being by developing precision breeding technology.
10/01/2018
Isotonic supplement seeks to boost piglet weaning weight, gut health Tonisity says an isotonic supplement it has developed can boost hydration, weight gain and manage stress in piglets.
11/01/2018
Wheat-DDGs drop feed efficiency in young swine diets, don’t alter intake Replacing soybean meal with DDGS maintains feed intake, but lowers average daily gain for young pigs, say researchers.
13/01/2018
What canola by-products are beneficial for grower pigs? The type of canola is used, and how the oil is extracted alter the nutritional offering of by-products used in swine feed, say researchers
17/01/2018
Consider sows when remodeling swine facilities Worn-out equipment is part of farming and can make a big dent in an operation's productivity, but it could be a good problem to have
24/01/2018
Do young pigs need more help digesting soy-based feeds? Supplemental enzymes and multicarbohydrase may improve weaned pigs digestion of crude protein from soy-based feed ingredients, however current digestibility
24/01/2018
Mathematical models may support cheaper swine feed with no drop in production Using mathematical models rather than nutrient tables may offer producers a way to support pig growth and development with less financial and environmental cost
26/01/2018
Sow nutrition: We ‘probably don’t know enough’, says scientist More research must be done to understand the complex needs of breeding sows if lifespan and performance are to be improved, say a genetics and breeding expert.
26/01/2018
Study shows higher protein levels in sow diets benefits litter A study showed that increasing crude protein in sows’ diets to 135 g/kg feed or 850 g/d improved litter average daily gain (ADG) by increasing milk yield
27/01/2018