Influence of Phytase Supplementation at Increasing Doses from 0 to 1500 FTU/kg on Growth Performance Nutrient Digestibility and Bone Status in Grower–Finisher Pigs Fed Phosphorus-Deficient Diets

摘要

The current study investigates the growth performance and bone status of grower–finisher pigs supplemented with phytase, an enzyme which increases the bioavailability of phosphorus in animal feeds. The study results provide new information with regards to the positive role phytase supplementation to livestock feed plays in the achievement of the maximum effectiveness of the feed, as well as numerous positive effects on bone characteristics (geometry, mineralization, and mechanical strength) in grower–finisher pigs.