Optimizing the Use of DDGS in Poultry Feeds with Xylanase
Author: Ajay Bhoyar, Sr. Global Technical Manager, EW Nutrition As the poultry industry seeks economical and nutritious feed ingredients, distillers’ dried grains with solubles (DDGS), a co-product of grain-based ethanol production, presents a valuable option providing beneficial protein, energy, water-soluble vitamins, xanthophylls, and linoleic acid. However, the inherent variability in DDGS nutrient composition and high […]
The crucial role of short-chain fatty acids and how phytomolecules influence them
by Dr. Inge Heinzl, Editor EW Nutrition For optimum health, the content of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) is decisive. On the one hand, they act locally in the gut, on the other hand, they are absorbed via the intestinal mucosa into the organism and can affect the whole body. Newer studies in humans show a […]
Mycotoxins in poultry – External signs can give a hint
Part 4: Paleness By Dr. Inge Heinzl, Editor and Technical Team, EW Nutrition We already showed bad feathering, mouth and beak lesions, bone issues, and foot pad lesions as signs of mycotoxin contamination in the feed, but there is another indicator: paleness. Paleness can signify a low count of red blood cells resulting from blood […]
Mycotoxins in poultry – External signs can give a hint
Part 3: Bone disorders and foot pad lesions By Dr. Inge Heinzl, Editor, and Marisabel Caballero, Global Technical Manager Poultry Bone health is essential for animals and humans. Besides giving structural support, allowing movement, and protecting vital organs, the bones release hormones that are crucial for mineral homeostasis and acid balance and serve as […]
Mitigating Eimeria resistance in broiler production with phytogenic solutions
By Dr. Ajay Bhoyar, Global Technical Manager, EW Nutrition In modern, intensive poultry production, the imminent threat of resistant Eimeria looms large, posing a significant challenge to the sustainability of broiler operations. Eimeria spp., capable of developing resistance to our traditional interventions, has emerged as a pressing global issue for poultry operators. The resistance of […]
Consistency in performance: a decisive factor in choosing feed additives
by Madalina Diaconu, Global Manager Gut Health, EW Nutrition In practical poultry production, multiple stress factors occur simultaneously: nutrition, management, environment, etc.. The effects of these factors are additive, leading to chronic stress, a condition in which animals cannot regain homeostasis and continuously deviate the use of resources to inflammation and restoring the gut barrier-function […]
Getting broilers off to a good start: House preparation
Conference report At the recent EW Nutrition Poultry Academy, Judy Robberts, Technical Service Manager, Aviagen discussed the management of broilers for growth & production efficiency. She noted that the first 7 days is the most critical period in the life of a broiler chicken. “In this period chicks are the most efficient at converting feed […]
Effects on Performance and Gut Health of Ventar D Supplementation in Broiler Diets
Summary of study by Necmettin Ceylan, Sait Koca, Nejla Kahraman, Ankara University, Faculty of Agriculture, Animal Science, 6110 Ankara/Türkiye The study conducted by Dr. Celyn et al. in 2023 focused on the impact of Ventar D supplementation in broiler diets on growth performance and gut health. The trial was carried out over six weeks on Ross […]
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 […]
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 […]
Broiler production with reduced antibiotics. The essentials
By Dr. Inge Heinzl and Dr. Ajay Bhoyar – EW Nutrition Concerns about antibiotic resistance in humans and production animals have prompted a push across the board to reduce antibiotic use, including in livestock rearing. To meet these demands, the industry must keep the pathogenic pressure in production units as low as possible, enabling production with no […]
Phytogenic additives: An ROI calculation
By Ruturaj Patil, Global Product Manager – Phytogenics, EW Nutrition Global trade in agricultural products has a direct impact on the added value in regional broiler production. Due to fluctuating meat and feed prices, a tight profit margin can melt away quickly. Changes such as the use of cheaper raw materials, implemented to deal with […]