Higher profitability with intelligent feeding
On-farm trials of a new feeding process have shown it is possible to improve profitability in finisher pigs simply by changing the way feed diets are delivered to feeders.
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US studies show variable results with DDGS
US studies show variable results with DDGS
Feeding dried distillers grains with solubles (DDGS) to nursery and grow-finish pigs has variable effects on growth performance, according to studies by the Kansas State University.
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High lean pigs need high lean diets
High lean pigs need high lean diets
Accurate
feeding can boost the genetic performance of high lean pigs. Established
nutrient requirements often do not match these pigs' potential. Especially
vitamins and macro minerals are under provided. Research at Iowa State University
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Leaner pigs with pantothenic acid
Leaner pigs with pantothenic acid
Research by
Dr T Stahly at Iowa State University
indicates that the current NRC (1988) estimates of dietary pantothenic acid are
sufficient for maximum growth of pigs. Pig genetics though have developed
through the years and higher inclusions of the vitamin create leaner pigs with
less back fat and higher weight gains.
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Scientists reveal fishmeal benefits in pork
Scientists reveal fishmeal benefits in pork
Australian researchers say adding fishmeal to finisher
pig diets can reduce saturated fat and increase levels of beneficial long-chain
omega-3 fatty acids in pork.
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Vitamin B3 importance in sows
Vitamin B3 importance in sows
A lack of vitamin B3 is probably the cause for bone problems, difficulties in walking and milk production in sows, according to recent research by Dutch feed company ForFarmers.
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Using lentils and flaxseed in pig feed
Using lentils and flaxseed in pig feed
The pork industry is continually seeking alternative ingredients for use in pig diets, either as a means of diversifying rations -and thus reducing cost- or to achieve a final pork product that meets certain specifications. Lentils and flaxseeds are among these ingredients, according to experiments done by the Prairie Swine Centre.
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Aussie pork sector looking for pea partners
Aussie pork sector looking for pea partners
The Australian pork industry wishes to develop a closer relationship with farmers willing to specialise in growing field peas and non-traditional lupin varieties for use in pig diets.
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New fact sheet on using DDGS in pig diets
New fact sheet on using DDGS in pig diets
As the use of corn for ethanol grows, pork producers are
asking about the use of co-products from the ethanol-making process. Iowa Pork
Industry Center (IPIC) director John Mabry said a new fact sheet on one
co-product, distillers dried grains with solubles (DDGS,) will provide some
much-desired information.
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Agro-economists: priorities for animal nutrition
Agro-economists: priorities for animal nutrition
Agro-economic experts and scientists from the major geographical regions of the world have defined priorities for innovation.
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