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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
Thursday. January 12th, 2017Buffering capacity is an important aspect often overlooked when it comes to using "conventional" ingredients, like zinc oxide.
Friday. December 30th, 2016Whey protein concentrate is a valuable yet expensive ingredient, and alternatives can be used if certain formulation aspects are considered.
Thursday. April 12th, 2018Additive copper hydroxychloride in weaned pigs diets may improve weight gain and performance, but the exact mechanism involved remains unclear, says researcher.
Friday. May 11th, 2018The "perfect" formula is dictated largely by local conditions, market preferences and production processes.
Thursday. January 12th, 2017With a novel processing method, feed ingredients like rapeseed cake as well as sunflower meal can be used in piglet feed, as it is better digested
Wednesday. March 8th, 2017Preparing a well-balanced, palatable, and highly digestible diet at optimal cost is, of course, of the highest importance in providing appropriate nutrition
Monday. December 17th, 2018Sow’s milk might be the perfect piglet feed, but not for those raised commercially. Or, perhaps it is our limited understanding of its role beyond nutrition
Saturday. December 17th, 2016