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KEENAN Open Day 2019

Submitted by jblake on Tue, 05/28/2019 - 06:40

Tuesday, June 18, 2019

12 - 8:00 p.m.

What to expect on the day:

  • Exclusive Open Day offers on the full range of new and used KEENAN diet feeders. Attendees will have the opportunity to view KEENAN’s complete range of diet feeders and speak with a member of the sales team on the day about KEENAN's new service contracts

Sheet Metalworking Apprentice

Submitted by rjones on Tue, 09/03/2024 - 08:54

In conjunction with the Education and Training Board we are seeking candidates for an apprenticeship in Sheet Metalworking. Sheet metalworkers learn many skills from working with a variety of specialised tools to interpreting technical drawings and diagrams.

Working with KEENAN in phase 1 of the apprenticeship will help build confidence and candidates will get hands-on experience in the basic skills. KEENAN prides itself on being a supportive environment for those who would like a different kind of learning environment.

For more information click here to view the information booklet. Or contact Michael Carbery in KEENAN on mcarbery@alltech.com.

Apply before end September.

 

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Pig Progress: The crucial link between gut health and immunity

Submitted by jnorrie on Wed, 07/24/2024 - 11:16

A healthy gut is characterised by a balanced and diverse gut microbiota, intact gut barrier integrity and optimal immune responses, which contribute to promoting resilience and overall health. By proactively prioritising gut health, producers can fortify their pigs’ defences, reduce reliance on antimicrobials, and promote sustainable and welfare-conscious pig farming practices.

Poultry World: Confronting antimicrobial resistance: building a resilient future

Submitted by jnorrie on Mon, 07/22/2024 - 11:13

Finding new antibiotic treatments against bacteria and getting them to the point of use poses significant challenges, especially when combined with the growing threat of drug-resistant infection. It is thus vital that agriculture does everything in its power to reduce its contribution to the growth and spread of AMR.

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Feed Navigator: Mycotoxin mitigation for enhanced egg production layer hen performance, meta-analysis reveals

Submitted by jnorrie on Mon, 07/08/2024 - 11:11

Mycotoxins, toxic compounds produced by fungi, often contaminate poultry feed, leading to significant health issues and production losses in laying hens.​

A 2024 study, ‘Meta-Analysis of the Effects of Yeast Cell Wall Extract Supplementation during Mycotoxin Challenges on the Performance of Laying Hens’, examined how yeast cell wall extract (YCWE) can help laying hens perform better under these challenging conditions.

Feed Additive: The role of environmental assessment in driving efficiency, profitability and sustainability

Submitted by jnorrie on Fri, 07/05/2024 - 11:01

In modern agriculture, where concerns about environmental sustainability and profitability intersect, assessing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions has become paramount. Understanding the sources and implications of GHGs allows farmers to identify areas for improvement, optimize resource use, and contribute to a more sustainable future.

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