Mycotoxins, harmful substances produced by molds and fungi, pose a significant challenge in agriculture. With more than 95% of crops testing positive for at least one mycotoxin, farmers and feed producers need reliable and efficient testing solutions to protect...
A recent study published in the Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology examines the impact of spray-dried plasma (SDP) in sow diets, particularly in hot environments. The findings suggest that SDP supplementation can enhance litter performance, reduce oxidative stress,...
The once high-flying insect protein company, Ÿnsect, is now facing significant financial troubles, seeking to enter a judicial recovery procedure after its latest restructuring plan failed. The company's struggles raise broader questions about the viability of insect-based protein in...
Values for digestible energy (DE) and metabolizable energy (ME) in feed ingredients are usually determined in growing pigs and subsequently applied to all groups of pigs. Results of recent research, however, indicate that the energy content of soybean meal...
By: Dr. Jose Soto, Monogastric Research and Technical Lead, Alltech and Dr. Andrew Bents, Swine Technical Veterinarian, Hubbard Feeds
Biosecurity is a term that is often used and often misunderstood. With the intent of protecting their pigs, modern pork producers...
The Institute for Feed Education and Research (IFEEDER) has released its latest report detailing feed ingredient consumption across the United States for 2023. The comprehensive analysis offers insights into the feed consumption patterns of major livestock, poultry, and aquaculture...
Field peas (Pisum sativum L.) are gaining traction as a valuable ingredient in swine diets due to their high protein and carbohydrate content. Recent research conducted by the University of Illinois and the University of Manitoba explored the impact...
The USDA Economic Research Service’s Feed Outlook report for February 2025 provides an updated analysis of the global and domestic coarse grain markets, focusing on corn, sorghum, barley, and oats. Key highlights from the report include:
Domestic Outlook
U.S. Corn...
Novonesis has announced a major acquisition, taking full control of the Feed Enzyme Alliance by purchasing DSM-Firmenich’s share for EUR 1.5 billion. This move marks the end of a 25-year partnership and aligns with Novonesis’ strategy to expand its...
A recent publication on contingency planning regarding feed now has an accompanying calculator and information sheet to assist producers in preparing for the unexpected. The publication IPIC 208A was first available on the ISU Extension store in November 2024...