Calcium-rich water can be counterproductive to your pig production. Too much calcium promotes the growth of microorganisms in your water and reduces the digestibility of phosphorous. Read more about the influence of hard water.
The University of Copenhagen and the protein producer European Protein have published a scientific article concluding that a combination of fermented rapeseed and seaweed in the piglet feed can improve the gastrointestinal health of piglets relative to unsupplemented feed.
Minimize the risk of infection spreading between herds. Here are 3 simple steps to cleaning the weaner section.
The pigs should start eating shortly after weaning. Learn how to get them ready for solid weaning feed that’s high on protein
Feed costs are the most significant expenditures in your budget. The goal should be robust piglets – they cost less to feed. Read more
Successful zinc-free weaning depends on the health of your sow herd. The sow determines up to 2/3 of piglet health. Are your sows ready for zinc-free weaning?
A solid annual report triggers an extra months’ salary for the employees in European Protein, who improved earnings from 2019 to 2020.
The Danish Pig Producer has been using EP199 in his sow feed for a year. Listen to what the rapeseed and seaweed protein did to promote the health and productivity of the sows.
Watch the pre-recorded version of the presentation presented at the Gut Health Webinar in the Pig Progress studio.
What happens when you use high doses of Zinc Oxide (ZnO) in the weaning feed for piglets? Many farmers would answer “Less diarrhoea”, which is correct, but few know that it damages the immune system and causes inflammation. Through a microscope, you will see why.