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Low Soybean Meal Ration Recommendations For NexGen^® Starter Program

Soybean meal is a valuable protein source in pig diets. It has an ideal blend of amino acids, which comes very close to meeting the nutritional requirements of growing pigs. Unfortunately, there can be physiological challenges when using high levels of soybean meal in pig diets, particularly with young pigs.

Supplemental Amino Acids In NexGen^® Starters

By James Smith, Ph.D., Senior Technical Swine Nutritionist, and Michael Edmonds, Ph.D., Vice President, Swine and Poultry Nutrition Conducting amino acid studies to fine-tune our pig starters are one of several areas of research at the Kent Nutrition Group. In previous research, we evaluated 1,400 pigs involving 180 pens and

Fortification Of NexGen^® Starters With Kent Natural Yeast

By James Smith, Ph.D., Senior Technical Swine Nutritionist, and Michael Edmonds, Ph.D., Vice President, Swine and Poultry Nutrition Developing nursery feeding programs to enhance the growth, efficiency and health of nursery pigs is critical in helping producers raise more efficient pork. One area of research with pig starters involves evaluating

NutriVantage SwineMAX Improves Profitability and Livability in Growing-Finishing Pigs

The unique blend of ingredients in NutriVantage SwineMax work to improve nutrient digestion, gut environment, and allow pigs to adapt to stressors throughout the feeding period. Read to learn how this product can lower death loss, improve feed conversion, and significantly increase profit per pig.

Evaluation of Amino Acid Imbalances in Corn and Low Protein Diets in Reducing Growth Rate and Feed Intakes in Late Finishing Pigs

COVID-19 has forced numerous packing plants to shut down for extended periods of time placing a critical strain on the pork industry as market hogs are being held for longer than expected. This study demonstrates the success of amino acid imbalances in corn and low protein diets to reduce growth.

Evaluation of Amino Acid Imbalances in Reducing Growth Rate and Feed Intakes in Late Finishing Pigs

When an amino acid imbalance is present pigs naturally consume less feed, reducing their growth rate. This study evaluates creating amino acid imbalances to allow producers to effectively manage their finishing hogs ending weight during the struggles of the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Meet the Websters

Phil and Lisa are 5th generation sheep farmers who also raise pigs—hundreds of pigs. Read the full article to find out why they choose Blue Seal for their sustainable, animal-centered operation.

Use of HydraVantage® Dietary Supplement in SEW Pigs: Impact on Performance and Economics

HydraVantage Dietary Supplement is a highly refined, flavored and soluble nutritional premix that can help support the gut and immune system. Read to learn the benefits observed in SEW Pigs when using HydraVantage.

Use of Newer Phytase Source (Hiphos M and Hiphos Gt) in Kent Swine Products

Rapidly emerging technologies have allowed more effective phytase sources to be manufactures. The sources Hiphos M and Hiphos Gt have been found to not only release more phosphorus and calcium but also more amino acids and energy levels. Learn how these can enhance pig performance and economics.

Supplemental Mintrex® Copper Improves Grower-Finisher Performance and Economics

Mintrex copper is a newer supplemental copper with a combination of molecules that allows the copper to be highly bioavailable. Read how this study found a significant improvement in feed efficiency when Mintrex is added.

Supplemental NutriVantage® Hydra: Performance and Economics in Grow-Finish Pigs

Read to learn how Nutrivantage Hydra may help pigs immune system during times of stress and how it can assist your operations performance and economics.