Prevent intestinal inflammation to ensure piglets performance

07-12-2020 | |
One of the main targets for farmers is to ensure that piglets will eat properly after weaning. Photo: Wisium
One of the main targets for farmers is to ensure that piglets will eat properly after weaning. Photo: Wisium
Intestinal inflammation can impair the absorption of nutrients and up to 30% of the energy ingested is used to manage this process instead of contributing to performance. Plant extracts can help both sows and piglets taking care of intestinal inflammation. The intestine constitutes the largest interface between the animal and its environment. An intact intestinal barrier is thus essential in maintaining gut health and preventing tissue injury and several diseases. The intestinal barrier is form


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