Author: Dr. Harriet Walker, Poultry Specialist, Alltech Technology Group
With chicken meat being a great source of protein and one of the most readily available to the human population, broiler producers perform an essential role in meeting the increasing global demand for animal protein. Chicken is one of the less expensive types of meats,...
*The 2023 numbers were adjusted on April 15, 2024
World feed production remains steady, with a slight decrease of 0.01%* to 1.29 billion metric tons.
Lower demand is attributed in part to the more efficient use of feed.
[LEXINGTON, Ky.] – Global animal feed production remained steady in 2023 at 1.29 billion metric tons (BMT),...
By Paula McCooey, Poultry Manager, Alltech Ireland
Mycotoxins are naturally occurring, toxic secondary metabolites produced by fungi that can be found in feedstuffs such as cereal grains and their byproducts. Mycotoxins can occur prior to harvest as well as after harvest, during transport and during storage.
Once these metabolites are...
Testing reveals rising mycotoxin risks across Europe in 2023
As producers in Europe navigate the complexities of an ever-changing climate, a growing body of evidence underscores the critical role that climate variability plays in shaping mycotoxin landscapes — and risks — across regions.
Contrasting conditions highlight mycotoxin...