Feed per species

Economically, group feeding allows for maximum utilisation of least-cost formulation and also facilitates mechanised feeding, thereby reducing the labour required. Photo: Mark Pasveer

01-08-2022 | Article

Advantages of group feeding of dairy cows

Recent studies have found that fat metabolism and marbling are regulated by several genes directly or indirectly involved in fatty acid metabolism, cell proliferation and differentiation. Photo: Erik van der Burgt

25-07-2022 | Article

Understanding mechanisms of gene-nutrient interaction in pigs

Photo: Freepik

06-01-2022 | News

Orange corn impacts footpad dermatitis in broilers

As birds age they consume more water but overall consumption relative to body weight decreases. Photo: Reina de Vries

03-01-2022 | Article

Ensuring water quality in poultry production

Detailed observations show that for individual birds 'feed refusal' is observed mainly in the first 20 minutes but that within 24 hours of the diet change, there is compensatory feeding that normalises, or even exceeds, expected feed intake for that day. Photo: Jan WIllem Schouten

31-12-2021 | Article

Limiting the impact of diet change for broilers

Garlic is known to have antimicrobial, anti-coccidial, antifungal, antiviral, and antioxidative properties. Photo: Joe Green

30-12-2021 | News

Effect of eugenol and garlic on NE-challenged broilers

Much research has shown a complex, bidirectional communication between gut microbiota, intestinal health, and the brain, affecting mood and behaviour via the so-called microbiota-gut-brain axis. Photo: Cecilie Kobek-Kjeldager

22-12-2021 | News

Diet and gut health influence tail biting in pigs

A research project will focus on a new approach to feeding ruminants and aims to enhance productivity, sustainability, animal health and welfare. Photo: jcomp

18-11-2021 | News

Developing a new approach to feeding ruminants

Bivalve shellfish, including oysters, are high in protein, omega-3 fatty acids and key minerals, but they provide the most sustainable source of animal protein in the world. Photo: Ben Stern

15-11-2021 | News

Novel bivalve feed to address human nutrient deficiencies

Natural feed additive from willow leaves reduces livestock emissions

30-06 | Article

EU feed sector calls for clarity as Vision for Agriculture takes shape

June feed update: What did you miss?