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Lallemand Animal Nutrition and Micalis Institute Launch Joint Lab to Unlock Potential of Beneficial MicrobesNew ‘Biofilm1Health’ Initiative Explores Microbial Communities to Enhance Positive Biofilms for Improved Health and Environmental Solutions TOULOUSE, FRANCE, Oct. 10, 2024 — Lallemand Animal Nutrition, a leader in microbial solutions, and the Micalis Institute – a collaborative research unit between the French National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food, and Environment (INRAE), AgroParisTech, and the University […]
Oct 10, 2024
How to safely open maize silage clamps earlyAs a result of difficult growing conditions, many farmers across the UK are faced with the challenge of limited forage stocks this autumn. This means newly filled maize silage clamps may need to be opened earlier than usual to feed livestock. How early can maize silage clamps be opened? Opening clamps too soon after ensiling […]
Oct 8, 2024
Avoid using regional silage analysis results for nutrition decisions Sizeable variability in first cut silage results across the UK means farmers are being urged to conduct their own silage analysis, rather than relying on regional averages, to guide effective nutrition decisions. “We’ve seen this reflected in the huge range of dry matter (DM) results, which vary from as high as 44% on some farms […]
Aug 8, 2024
On Farm experience: Microbial bedding conditioner helps improve environment for sows and piglets Since switching to a microbial bedding conditioner, which combines specific positive bacteria and enzymes to improve hygiene and dryness, Jonny Hessin has seen pig welfare and comfort benefits on his 1000-sow, farrow-to-finish unit in Northern Ireland. Previously using a dry powder disinfectant conditioner, Jonny noticed sows were irritated and fidgety after spreading the product. However, […]
Jul 29, 2024
Latest findings help optimise dairy production in the face of heat stress As climate change intensifies, UK dairy farms face increasing challenges. With summers growing warmer, heat stress has become a significant issue affecting milk production, and cow health, welfare, and fertility. A pioneering study has provided new practical insights Understanding heat stress: a critical issue for dairy farms Heat stress occurs when cows are unable to […]
Jul 16, 2024
Focus on dry matter this silage seasonIn light of difficult weather conditions, focus on achieving between 28-33% dry matter (DM) when ensiling grass to favour good fermentation. “Adding to this, increased thatch and wet ground conditions could increase the likelihood of contamination. All these factors will mean making quality silage will be a challenge this year. “Grass has not had […]
Apr 30, 2024
New publication on the benefits of a microbial bedding conditioner on udder healthWe are pleased to share the results of a recent scientific publication showing the application of a dedicated microbial bedding conditioner preserves the quality of the bedding material and has positive outcomes on the maintenance of udder health and cow health (Dunière et al., 2024). Dairy cows spend, on average, 10 to 13 hours per […]
Mar 25, 2024
Lallemand Animal Nutrition launches new website for petfood and equine feed professionalsWe are pleased to announce the launch of a new website dedicated to pet and equine nutrition: https://lalprobiome.lallemandanimalnutrition.com/ The new website is a comprehensive resource for petfood and equine feed industry professionals, veterinarians and nutritionists. It provides technical content on pet and equine health and nutrition, including articles, white papers and webinar recordings. LALPROBIOME.lallemandanimalnutrition.com is […]
Feb 14, 2024
New UK silage trial shows inoculant increased FCM milk yields by 1.9kg/day A new UK-based trial undertaken at Reading University indicates that using an inoculant on grass silage can improve clamp stability, increase feedable dry matter by 29% and improve fat-corrected milk yields by 1.9 kg/day. Inoculant increased feedable dry matter in silage by 29% “There were significantly higher dry matter losses in the control clamp than […]
Feb 9, 2024
Lallemand expand their poultry team Lallemand Animal Nutrition have expanded their monogastric team, welcoming a new poultry sales manager who brings a wealth of industry experience to the business. Antonia Chittock is bringing over 13 years of poultry experience to the team, with a reputation for building strong customer relationships across the sector. She started her career at AB Agri […]
Feb 9, 2024