EU guidance values for key mycotoxins in animal feeds
By Marie Gallissot, Global Manager Feed Quality Solutions, EW Nutrition EU guidance values for key mycotoxins in animal feeds After years of discussions, and the publication by EFSA of several scientific opinions in the past 10 years, the new EC recommendation on the presence of deoxynivalenol (DON), zearalenone (ZEA), ochratoxin A (OTA), T-2 and HT-2 […]
Mycotoxins and Gut Integrity: Strengthening the Intestinal Barrier to Secure Performance
By Elise Nacer-Khodja, Toxin Solution Product Manager EW Nutrition The gut under siege: understanding the direct assault on epithelial integrity The gastrointestinal tract (GIT) is the primary site of interaction between animals and ingested mycotoxins, playing a pivotal role in the absorption and oral bioavailability of these contaminants. While high-dose clinical mycotoxicosis is rare in […]
Ionophores: An Overlooked Risk for the Spread of Medically Relevant Antibiotic Resistance
Author: Dr. Inge Heinzl, Editor EW Nutrition Antibiotic resistance is one of the biggest threats to global health today. When bacteria become resistant to antibiotics, infections that were once easily treatable can become deadly. For decades, the discussion surrounding the causes of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has primarily focused on the misuse of antibiotics in human […]
Mycotoxins as contributors to antibiotic resistance?
By Dr. Inge Heinzl, Editor EW Nutrition and Marie Gallissot, Global Manager Feed Quality Solutions EW Nutrition Antibiotic resistance is a growing global health concern, making infections more complicated to treat and increasing the risk of disease spread, severe illness, and death. While overuse and misuse of antibiotics are the primary causes, recent research has […]
Enhancing Poultry Gut Health with Novel Xylanase: A Sustainable Path to Reduced Antimicrobial Use
By Ajay Bhoyar, Senior Global Technical Manager, EW Nutrition Gut health is pivotal to profitable poultry production, as the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) enables nutrient digestion and absorption while acting as a defense against pathogens. A healthy gut improves feed conversion, boosts immune resilience, and reduces reliance on antimicrobials—critical in the fight against antimicrobial resistance (AMR). […]