Livestock knowledge
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How can bacteria-based direct-fed microbials support your herd?
In previous articles, we’ve presented an overview of the power of good bacteria to our dairy herd, explaining the potential…
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The crucial link between gut health and immunity
A healthy gut is characterised by a balanced and diverse gut microbiota, intact gut barrier integrity and optimal immune responses,…
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4 Factors that can influence creep feed intake
Making sure that each piglet eats before weaning is vital to make weaning easier. It is known, however, that creep…
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Using microencapsulation to improve gut health and feed efficiency
The poultry industry is evolving to meet the demands for sustainable practices and antibiotic-free products. Microencapsulation technology offers a promising…
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Biosafety pig farming models with huge spreading effect
(VAN) According to Dr. Ha Thuy Hanh, Deputy Director of the National Agricultural Extension Center (NAEC), biosafety pig production development…
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China’s pig high-rises are horrifying. So are America’s factory farms.
Every few months in recent years, Western news readers have been treated to a macabre tale: companies in China building…
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Silvopasture: What it is and how it benefits livestock farming
(VAN) Tree-planting can make a valuable contribution to a range of public goods, such as carbon-sequestration, improved soil health, increased…
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Big Meat just can’t quit antibiotics
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) knew that America’s meat industry had a drug problem. For decades, evidence had…
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Thinktank calls for carbon trading desk for small farmers and climate-focused livestock research
The Australian government should establish a fixed-price carbon trading desk for small farmers, and fund practical advice and research for…
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The information of ‘backlog of 8 million pigs’ denied
According to Mr. Nguyen Van Trong, Deputy Director of the Department of Livestock Production (MARD), nineteen provinces in the Southeast…
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