Probiotics - aninnovation in the feeding of swine

摘要

Swine feed formulation today is not only about securing that pigs get the nutrients they require in order to match their requirements for optimal growth performance. It is also about securing that the health status of the pigs is at such a level thatthey can convert the ingested nutrients into optimal growth. Swine nutritionists today have a wide range of tools to help them formulate diets that support the health of the pigs, ensuring optimal utilisation of the ingested feed. One such tool is probiotics, which are live micro-organisms that when administrated in an adequate amount confer a health benefit on the pig.