In the spotlight: Less known protein sources for pigs

Prices of soybean meal and crystalline amino acids remain volatile. From time to time, there is considerable interest for less well known protein sources, either because of availability or reduced price opportunities. When such cases arise, it is important to know two key elements: antinutritional factors that need to be evaluated, and maximum inclusion rate for each class of pigs. This information along with the nutrient profile will help the nutritionist determine the level at which such alte