Articles by Contributors

For broilers at one to two weeks of age, the main objective should be to reach a stable and diverse gut microbiome. Photo: Koos Groenewold
07-06-2021 | Article

Making every broiler chick fit to survive

Gestating sows in a retrofitted barn in Arkansas, USA. The previous situation, with sow stalls, can still be seen in the distance. - Photo: Jyga Technologies
26-05-2021 | Article

Retrofitting a sow barn – 8 ideas to consider

A sow in the transition phase, as she has just farrowed. - Photo: De Heus
19-05-2021 | Article

Hormones: Essential to think of when feeding sows

Cooling can significantly reduce pen fouling. - Photo: Knut-Håkan Jeppsson
12-05-2021 | Article

Cooling down for more hygiene, less ammonia

On top of heat protocols some transporters come up with additional tools to prevent heat stress. Photo: Hans Prinsen
03-05-2021 | Article

Tailored transport rules in times of extreme heat

As lower water intake during heat stress is undesirable, lowering water lines can encourage chicks to drink more. Photo: AnnevanderWoude
03-05-2021 | Article

Tips and tricks for feeding during heat stress

The aim should be to reduce the thermoregulatory effort for pigs, so that they can recover quickly after heat stress. Photo: IFIP
03-05-2021 | Article

Can we face heat waves with adapted feeding strategies?

Sufficient and good ventilation are of the utmost importance to ensure a pleasant house climate during hot summer days. Photo: Henk Riswick
03-05-2021 | Article

Tips and tricks for proper ventilation

Split suckling in action. - Photo: Teagasc
23-04-2021 | Article

Improving the chances of piglet survival

A piglet drinking water (not related to the trials in the article). - Photo: Dreamstime
16-04-2021 | Article

Does a lower stomach pH improve performance?

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