Feed costs comprise approximately 65-70% of the cost of pork production. While most U.S. producers think of strictly corn and soybean meal (SBM) when feeding pigs, they need to realize that pigs require amino acids, energy, vitamins and minerals,...
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The Saskatchewan Research Chair in Feed Processing Technology says the biggest challenge with including high levels of pea starch in swine rations is the issue of flow. An increased use...
Velayudhan, Deepak E., Manik M. Hossain, Jinyoung Lee, Hans H. Stein, Charles Martin Nyachoti. 2024. Standardized total tract digestibility of phosphorus in canola meal fed to gestating or lactating sows without or with a multi-enzyme complex. Animal Feed Science and Technology 316...
Most of the P in corn and soybean meal (SBM) is stored as phytate. Phytase consists of one hydroxylated inositol ring with six phosphate groups. Therefore, phytase is often included at a standard level of 500 units (FTU) per kg...
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In a study conducted from July 2022 to August 2023, 200 BinSentry sensors were installed across 28 Hanor sites, monitoring 100 hog barns. This initiative observed 195 groups totaling 234,000 finished pigs, aiming to understand how out-of-feed events impact...
Since the United States initiated the Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) in January 2017, which limits the use of crucial antibiotics in farm animals, researchers have been exploring alternative ways to maintain the health of young pigs, particularly after weaning....
Each animal has specific nutritional requirements. These requirements are based on species, age, weight and physiological stage. Physiological stage refers to the stage of life or production they are in, such as growing, finishing, gestation and lactation....
Vitamin D regulates a wide spectrum of genes responsible for Ca and P homeostasis and cell differentiation. Cholecalciferol, commonly known as vitamin D3, is a primary source of vitamin D3 in diets for growing pigs; however, it needs to...
Alltech has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, reinforcing the company's dedication to environmental stewardship and collaborative solutions for a healthier planet. The report highlights Alltech’s significant progress toward sustainability, emphasizing its focus on science, innovation, and partnerships to drive...
Think you know all the reasons for feed outages? Think again! Our latest FeedFlo blog reveals the unexpected causes that could be draining your swine operation's profitability. Explore how our technology can prevent these hidden issues and keep your...