Benefits of extra liquid methionine for sows

Liquid methionine added to diets for lactating sows leads to both more fat and lactose concentration in the milk as well as a better gut absorption of nutrients in the suckling piglets’ guts. Jointly, these factors explain a higher piglet body weight before and after weaning. Nutritionists must find solutions to feed the modern and hyper-prolific sows and develop new strategies to meet increasing nutrient requirements. Lactation is an essential phase, as sow milk quantity and quality play a c