Understanding the causes of diarrhea in piglets after Weaning Diarrhea in piglets during weaning is mainly caused by several interrelated factors. One of the main factors is the sudden change in diet when piglets switch from sow’s milk to solid feed. This change can disrupt the intestinal microbiota, leading to digestive disorders and diarrhea (Pluske, …
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Understanding cryptosporidiosis and its contamination in Calves Cryptosporidiosis is mainly caused by Cryptosporidium parvum, a protozoan parasite that predominantly affects the gastrointestinal tract of calves, leading to diarrhea. Transmission occurs via the fecal-oral route, through the ingestion of cryptosporidium oocysts contained in contaminated water, food, or by direct contact with infected animals. The parasite can survive …
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Natural antioxidants for animal health: Polyphenols Rapid progress in nutrition and genetic selection has led to a significant improvement in the performance of farm animals. This leads to increased pressure on an animal’s organism, which can cause oxidative stress and negatively impact the quality of the meat. The inclusion of polyphenols in the feed offers …
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Come and meet our team at SPACE 2025 We will be present at our stand for the 49th edition of SPACE in Rennes. The SPACE trade fair, which is held every year in Rennes, is a must-attend event for professionals in the agriculture and livestock sectors. This major international event brings together breeders, suppliers, researchers …
Understanding the resistance development of Eimeria Coccidiosis, a disease caused by the protozoan parasites of the genus Eimeria, is a significant threat to poultry, particularly broilers. These parasites are capable of causing severe intestinal distress, leading to poor nutrient absorption, diarrhea, and in severe cases, death. Eimeria species develop resistance through genetic mutations and adaptive …
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Improving feed efficiency: a key strategy for reducing livestock’s Environmental impact Mitigating livestock’s environmental footprint is an important pillar for building sustainable animal production. This could be done by improving feed efficiency of livestock animals. More efficient feed conversion reduces the demand for feed crops, leading to lower land use, water consumption, and energy input …
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Improving feed efficiency: a key strategy for reducing livestock’s Environmental impact Mitigating livestock’s environmental footprint is an important pillar for building sustainable animal production. This could be done by improving feed efficiency of livestock animals. More efficient feed conversion reduces the demand for feed crops, leading to lower land use, water consumption, and energy input …
A complete and efficient tool for managing Poultry red mites Nor-Feed and Géosane have combined their knowledge and skills to develop a comprehensive and effective tool for managing red mite infestations: the Mite Control Calculator. The aim of the Mite Control Calculator is to take up the recommendations set out in the European Mite Control project, …
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Press release B Corp certification Nor-Feed, specialist in natural solutions for animal nutrition, announces its B Corp label obtained on September 17, 2024. This recognition marks a key milestone for the company, underlining its commitment to environmental responsibility, social impact and transparency. By joining the global movement of B Corp companies, Nor-Feed affirms its commitment …
