Impact of initial gut microbiota colonisation on piglet performance

15-02-2023 | |
gut microbiota
Research shows that the initial colonisation of gut microbiota in piglets occurs at least within the immediate prenatal period. Photo: Henk Riswick
Piglets encounter various events affecting the development of their gut microbiota. It is essential to identify when and how to establish and maintain the optimum piglet gut microbiota to have the best production outcomes. What are gut microbiota? Gut microbiota is a collection of bacteria, archaea, fungi, and viruses associated with an essential role in many body processes. Gut microbiota impact performance and manipulate improvements in feed efficiency and average daily gain. Early-life mic


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Samaneh Azarpajouh Author, veterinarian
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