articles about feed-consumption

Online feeding behavior monitoring of individual group-housed grow-finish pigs using a low-frequency RFID electronic feeding system

A framework for monitoring feeding behavior of grow-finish pigs in real time, using a low-frequency radio frequency identification system.

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U.S. livestock, poultry, and farmed aquaculture feed consumption by species in 2023. Source: IFEEDER.

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New U.S. animal feed consumption data released by IFEEDER

Feed fed to U.S. hogs in 2023 equaled approximately 60.9 million tons, mainly from corn-related ingredients.

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Nutritional requirements for pigs and an update of the Brazilian Tables 2024 (I): Energy and amino acids for growing pigs

Of the pillars of commercial pig production, nutritional management, is based on its impact on the total final production cost. In Brazil, it represented 73.16% of the total production cost in 2024 on average, according to data from CIAS (2024, EMBRAPA). In this way, constantly updating the energy and nutrient requirements needed to optimize production outcomes is a focus of attention and a goal of ongoing scientific research.

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Sound feeding signal for gestating sows: Evaluation of an individual learning strategy and its beneficial effects in groups

This study investigates the potential of teaching gestating sows an individual sound signal to reduce aggression resulting from competition for feed access.

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Argentina: Soybean crushing returns to record highs

Oilseed processing broke records in December and confirms the industry's good performance. Strong demand for corn further boosts corn shipments, which beat wheat exports.

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Figure 3. Theoretical altered pattern associated with a reaction to vaccination and results in practice.

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The management of feeding during lactation largely determines the success of the next parity (II). Factors related to total intake and associated patterns

With current data, we will review the quantitative impact of some of the most relevant factors for sows in the lactation phase.

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Impact of low-protein diets with added essential amino acids on growth and nutrient digestibility in growing pigs

Low-protein diets in growing pigs may be a viable choice when the amino acids composition is well-balanced.

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Why are the first days post-weaning so important?

A good start in post-weaning feed intake and including creep feed and palatable diets is crucial to optimize piglet health and performance.

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Photo 1. Precision feeding system in farrowing room (courtesy of Nosia).

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Lactation feeding management greatly determines the success of the following cycle (I). Factors related to water consumption and the prefarrowing period

This article demonstrates the effects of drinking water temperature and feeding management in sows to optimize performance in farrowing and lactation.

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Flavor variety: the effects on the intake and palatability of commercial feed in nursery pigs

Sensory-varied diets may be a useful strategy to reduce sensory-specific satiety in nursery pigs.

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DanBred dam lines. Key management aspects

We interviewed Jesús Etxart to talk about the latest management recommendations for DanBred sows.

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Impact of zinc supplementation on growth performance and body composition in grow-finishing pigs under heat stress

Current zinc recomendations may not optimize growth in finishing pigs under thermoneutral and heat stress conditions.

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First forecasts for global cereal production

FAO’s first forecast for the 2024/25 season points to an overall comfortable global cereal supply and demand situation.

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The effect of sugary and salty former food products in pig diets on energy and nutrient digestibility, growth performance and carcass composition

Sugary and salty former food products as a feed ingredient alternative in gowing-finishing diets for pigs.

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The impact of dried cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) waste meal as feed in growing-finishing pigs

Dried cabbage by-product may be a suitable ingredient for growing-finishing diets to improve sustainability and return.

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Effect of postweaning feed intake on performance, intestinal morphology, and the probability of diarrhea in piglets

From their respective academic and on-farm perspectives, Josep Gasa and Josep Casanovas comment on a recent study about the effect of postweaning feed intake.