Mycotoxins in the food chain: Understanding risks and exploring mitigation strategies
The safety of animal feed is increasingly compromised by a confluence of global challenges, notably mycotoxin contamination. These toxic metabolites, produced by molds such...
Effect of Climate Change on Food Security of Dairy Animals and Their Performance
Climate Change: A Growing Threat to Global Agriculture and Food Security
Climate change refers to long-term changes in global weather patterns, primarily characterized by rising...
Holistic Approaches to Poultry Liver Health Management
Introduction
The liver is a vital organ in poultry, essential for metabolism, detoxification, and nutrient synthesis—crucial for bird health and productivity in meat and egg...
Beyond Symptomatic Relief: Tackling Poultry Stress at the Metabolic Level
Introduction
Modern poultry production systems operate under intensive conditions, exposing birds to multiple environmental, nutritional, and pathological stressors. These stressors impair metabolic efficiency, reduce productivity,...
The Role of Nutrition in Reducing Heat Stress for Poultry Production
Poultry farming, a critical component of global food production, faces significant challenges during the hot summer months. While heat stress can affect all livestock...
Cattle Nutrition and Sustainability
Cattle nutrition plays a crucial role in milk yield, animal health, and the environmental footprint of dairy farms. A poorly balanced diet can cause...
Evaluation of Fats and Oils in Poultry Feed
Introduction
Energy is the costliest part of broiler diets, and recent high feed costs have led nutritionists to optimize the caloric efficiency of feed ingredients....
2024 Global Mycotoxin Review Findings by Selko
Analysis of more than 86,000 samples from 47 countries - including grains, byproducts, protein meals, silages and TMRs - offers insights on the presence...
Antimicrobial Resistance in Poultry: A Global Concern with Local Solutions
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is a global health threat that occurs when microorganisms—bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites develop resistance to antimicrobial drugs, reducing the effectiveness...
Redefining Poultry Health: Moving Beyond Antibiotics
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) has become a "silent pandemic," with the potential to cause 10 million deaths annually if not addressed, according to the World...