Feed Additives in Pig Feeding: 2nd Edition
A special issue of Animals (ISSN 2076-2615). This special issue belongs to the section "Pigs".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 October 2024 | Viewed by 16298
Special Issue Editor
Interests: pigs; nutrition; feed additives; alternative protein and energy components; feed and food processing; fermentation; germination
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Dear Colleagues,
According to global data, pigs are the second most important group of livestock, after cows. Furthermore, they display the highest levels of emissions of the gases and pollutants that burden the environment. The use of feeding strategies, such as feed additives, can effectively reduce the negative impact of pig production.
Thus, we are pleased to invite authors to contribute to the new Special Issue of Animals, entitled “Feed Additives in Pig Feeding: 2nd Edition”. The purpose of this Special Issue is to present nutritional strategies that can reduce the impact of intensive pig production on climate changes, the natural environment, and also the pig’s own environment via the use of various types of feed additives.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following: the usage of enzymes, amino acids, phytobiotics and others feed additives or special feed components; impact on gases emission (CH4, NH3, H2S, other); and the reduction in the rate of excretion of harmful elements (Fe, P, N, Cu, Zn).
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Małgorzata Kasprowicz-Potocka
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- pigs
- intensive production
- feed additives
- pollutants reduction
- gas emission
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Planned Papers
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Title: Optimizing Delivery Routes for Enhanced Efficiency of Exogenous Additives: Implications for Sustainable Swine Production
Authors: A. S. Aderibigbe
Affiliation: Division of Agriculture Science, College of Agriculture and Food Sciences, Florida A&M University, Tallahassee, FL 32307
Abstract: Summary: This review delves into the critical aspect of the choice of delivery route for exogenous additives and how impacts the efficiency of swine nutrition and its consequential effects on the sustainability of swine production systems. Current trends show swine production is at the forefront of addressing global food security challenges. Enzymes, probiotics, and other exogenous additives are widely used in pig production with varying benefits such as enhanced digestibility of feed, faster growth and improved feed conversion ratios and gut health promotion, altogether ensuring a healthier and productive swine herd. In this context, understanding how the choice of delivery route influences the bioavailability, efficacy, and ecological footprint of feed additives in swine diets becomes increasingly significant. Emerging research has highlighted that the choice of delivery route, such as through feed or drinking water supplementation, can significantly affect the pig's digestive processes, absorption of nutrients, and overall health. By exploring these mechanisms, this article aims to provide valuable insights for swine producers seeking to maximize efficiency and reduce waste while minimizing environmental impact. The review will offer a comprehensive analysis of the latest research findings, addressing not only the physiological aspects of different delivery routes but also the economic and ecological implications. It will underline the importance of making informed decisions in swine nutrition, with a focus on optimizing the delivery of exogenous additives to enhance sustainability and overall swine production efficiency in a world where responsible agriculture practices are paramount.