Horse nutrition
Horses are non-ruminant herbivores of a type known as a "hind-gut fermentor." This means that horses have only one stomach, as do humans. However, unlike humans, they also have to digest plant fiber (largely cellulose) that comes from grass and hay. Therefore, unlike ruminants, who digest fiber in plant matter by use of a multi-chambered stomach, horses use microbial fermentation in a part of the digestive system known as the cecum (or caecum) to break down cellulose.
Bio-Energy
The production of bio fuels to replace oil and natural gas is in active development, focusing on the use of cheap organic matter (usually cellulose, agricultural and sewage waste). Although bio fuels are seen as a way to diminish our dependence on fossi...
Pelleting
Pellets can be defined as agglomerated feed formed by compacting and forcing through die openings by a mechanical process. Thus pelleting is having agglomerated feed by compaction and forced through die openings.
Probiotics
Probiotics are defined as live microorganisms, including Lactobacillus species, Bifidobacterium species and yeasts that may beneficially affect the host upon ingestion by improving the balance of the intestinal microflora of animals.
Plant extracts
Plant extracts (phytogenics) are a group of natural growth promoters (NGPs) derived from herbs, spices or other plants.
Aquafeed
The aqua culture industry is rapidly growing as a result of the growing demand for fish. In addition, over the years more knowledge has been gained how to commercially produce tropical fish in cages, which has resulted in the farming of over 200 fish sp...
Pet food
The pet food industry is a booming industry and can be compared with the human food industry in terms of marketing and purchasing behaviour. This dynamic sector is marked by increased use of (natural) ingredients and animal (specie) specific products. ...
Mycotoxins
Mycotoxins are toxins produced by mushrooms, moulds and yeasts. If maize or grain for example is badly stored, fungus may grow on it and may produce mycotoxins. If this contaminated grain or maize is fed to animals, it may cause severe problems (death, ...
