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BlogSaccharomyces boulardii was discovered in Vietnam 100 years ago… and it comes from lycheesLong before the land became known as Vietnam, following on the footstep of microbiologists Alexandre Yersin and Louis Pasteur, Henri Boulard was trying to understand why locals were dying from a cholera epidemic, which was marked by severe diarrhea. He observed those who survived drank a tea from lychee fruit skins. In 1923, upon further […]
Jul 21, 2023
BlogHeat stress in pigs: what are the risks, how to prevent it?Heat stress is becoming a growing issue in swine production as the temperatures are globally increasing, costing the swine industry millions in losses every year. Pigs adapt their behavior to better face heat stress by reducing their feed intake and consequently slowing down their growth. Among other effects, gut functions are becoming secondary and less […]
Jul 18, 2023
BlogHow beef cattle cope with heat stress: Producers are finding solutions through nutrition, managementHeat stress can disrupt average daily gain (ADG) in beef cattle, but new tools are available to help nutritionists and farmers around the world estimate losses — and take steps to regain production. Plus, recent research investigates the specific critical temperature for beef cattle linked to heat stress and mortality. It appears that some breeds […]
May 26, 2023
BlogExpert interview: Feeding dairy cows in 2023 and beyondTrevor DeVries, professor at the University of Guelph (Canada) Feeding cows is all about feeding the rumen. But what defines a healthy rumen? A healthy rumen is one that allows the cow to maintain a high level of dry matter intake and, at the same time, ensures the microbial population is stable, translating into efficient […]
May 18, 2023
BlogMaking clean, quality grass silage is key to offset rising feed pricesExperts are urging livestock producers to make the best silage possible this season as purchased feed, energy and other inputs continue to rise. Granted, the cost of making grass silage has also risen due to widespread inflation effecting energy and input costs. However, it still offers exceptionally good value — costing around 60 euro per […]
May 16, 2023
BlogTITAN technology: Ensuring quality and viability of live yeastProbiotic yeast needs protection Many experts insist that probiotics must be alive and viable to exert an effect on the microflora within the digestive system. Indeed, several national authorities will only authorize a claim for performance (such as improved milk production or feed efficiency) when the probiotic microorganism is viable. For example, the European Commission […]
Apr 26, 2023
BlogPostpartum cows are sensitive to heat stress: antioxidant nutrition can helpRecent research investigates the link between heat stress, immune response, and inflammatory and antioxidant status of cows. It appears that, for transition cows, heat stress can be even more challenging, but antioxidant solutions can help. A trigger for postpartum dairy cows Elevated temperatures trigger cortisol secretion, which is also known as the stress hormone. Scientists […]
Apr 12, 2023
BlogHow inoculants can help increase slurry fertilizing valueManure and slurry are valuable fertilizing elements, providing organic matter for the soil and crops. However, management and handling — from the farm to the field — can lead to logistical and agronomic difficulties. With an estimated 27 m3 of slurry produced per dairy cow and per year, increased efficiency in the nitrogen cycle can […]
Apr 12, 2023
BlogDeveloping nutrition sub-models that account for live yeast fiber effectWith skyrocketing feed prices, tools that can help maintain the profit margin on a farm are critically important. Our ruminant R&D team recently gathered new data to quantify the effects of ruminant live yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae CNCM I-1077 (LEVUCELL SC) on NDF degradation in a large range of forage samples in vivo. This unique dataset […]
Apr 6, 2023
BlogHeat stress can disturb dairy cows postpartum, could producers find solutions through nutrition?Heat stress can disrupt milk production, but new tools are available to help nutritionists and farmers around the world estimate their losses — and take steps to regain production. Plus, recent research investigates the link between heat stress, immune response, and inflammatory and antioxidant status of cows. It appears that, for transition cows, the situation […]
Apr 6, 2023