Why are mycotoxins a problem in pig production?
Mycotoxins are produced by filamentous fungi (moulds) that are ever-present in nature, and under the right conditions, have the potential to contaminate almost all feedstuffs used in pig production. Mycotoxins are not unique to specific moulds, meaning various species can produce the same...
Mycotoxins are an unrelenting threat in the battle for optimal animal health and performance. Underestimating their risk at any stage of production can lead to disease challenges and non-recoupable financial losses.
While the prevalence and treatment of mycotoxin problems pre-harvest are well known, producers must also be vigilant when it...
As the agriculture industry is moving towards more sustainable solutions and ingredients, Alltech E-CO2 has developed the Feeds EA™ model to help feed manufacturers and producers globally measure and lower the carbon footprint of their feed. ...
Weather patterns have been variable across Europe throughout the 2020 growing season and have had a direct impact on the presence of specific moulds and mycotoxins across different regions....