Pathogenic Enterococcus cecorum – an emerging profit killer for broiler producers
By Dr. Ajay Bhoyar, Global Technical Manager, EW Nutrition Pathogenic Enterococcus cecorum (EC) is emerging as a significant challenge in poultry production worldwide, causing substantial losses to commercial flocks. EC has become a considerable concern for the poultry industry, not only because of its rapid spread and negative impact on broiler health but also because […]
Mycotoxins affect intestinal health and productivity in broiler breeders
By Han Zhanqiang, Poultry Technical Manager, EWN China Poultry meat accounts for more than one-third of global meat production. With increasing demand levels, the industry faces several challenges. Among them is the continuous supply of day-old chicks, which is affected by various issues. Mitigation strategies should be taken to ensure the supply of good quality […]
Feed hygiene protects animals and humans
By Vaibhav Gawande, Assistant Manager Technical Services, Dr. Inge Heinzl, Editor, and Technical Team, EW Nutrition The utility value of feed consists of the nutritional value and the quality. The first covers all characteristics concerning the essential nutrients and is important for feed formulation and the adequate supply of the animals. Feed quality comprises all […]
Layer production losses: causes, types, solutions
By Technical Team, EW Nutrition India Consumer demand drives egg production. With 10 billion people on the planet by the year 2050 (1), producers are under more pressure to provide more protein of higher quality. Modern production practices help extend the laying cycle of commercial flocks to 90–100 weeks. The volume of eggs produced worldwide […]
Antioxidants – Helping pigs to cope with oxidative stress
By Shawn Ma, Regional Technical Manager – Swine, EW Nutrition Increasing human demand for animal products has led to the need for animals to produce as much as possible efficiently with limited time, land, and food resources. This has resulted in the need for high-quality feed, adequate nutrition, and strict management to ensure that the […]
EW Nutrition showcases customer-focused solutions for the animal nutrition industry at VIV Asia 2023
Singapore – March 1, 2023 – EW Nutrition will participate in VIV Asia 2023 to showcase science-backed solutions that meet the challenging needs of the animal nutrition industry. Held in Bangkok, Thailand, from March 8 to 10, 2023, VIV Asia is one of the biggest and most complete feed to food events in Asia, dedicated […]
Managing gut health – a key challenge in ABF broiler production
By Dr. Ajay Bhoyar, Global Technical Manager Poultry, EW Nutrition Gut health is a critical challenge in antibiotics-free (ABF) production as it plays a vital role in the overall health and well-being of animals. Antibiotics have long been used as a means of preventing and treating diseases in animals, but their overuse has led to […]
Cryptosporidia in calves – chickens can help
By Lea Poppe, Regional Technical Manager, EW Nutrition Diarrhea due to infestation with cryptosporidia is one of the most pressing problems in calf rearing. These protozoa, along with rotaviruses, are now considered the most common pathogens in infectious calf diarrhea. Due to their high resistance and thus limited possible control and prevention measures, they have […]
Rancidity in fats and oils: Considerations for analytical testing
By Dr. Ajay Bhoyar, Global Technical Manager – Poultry, EW Nutrition Rancidity testing is essential in the feed industry, as a key indicator of product quality and shelf life. It is conducted to determine the level of oxidation in samples of feed or feed ingredients and it can be performed through a number of […]
Shrinkage: Causes, dangers, solutions
By Predrag Persak, Regional Technical Manager, EW Nutrition In light of sustainability requirements, shortage of feed materials, and constant pressure on energy efficiency, we must rethink how we deal with all elements that impact our production. Shrinkage is one of the essential impacting elements. What is Shrinkage? In simple terms, shrinkage is the weight loss […]
Xylanase solutions for broiler feed: Enzyme innovation finally hits the market
By Dr. Ajay Awati, Global Category Manager for Gut Health and Nutrition, EW Nutrition, and Dr. Howard Simmins, InSci Associates After 30 years of stagnating solutions, in-feed xylanase innovation has finally arrived – with a complete focus on the needs of the broiler feed industry. It has been over 30 years since xylanase was first […]
Coughing calves? How to save costs and prevent respiratory disease
By Judith Schmidt, Product Manager On Farm Solutions There will always be germs in barns. Yet, calves are particularly susceptible to lung viruses and bacteria that attack the respiratory systems. What can we do to prevent calf flu? Coughing in calves is one of the most obvious signs of illness. It should be taken seriously […]