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Mycotoxins: From Field to Feed
The word mycotoxin is derived from the Greek words mykes, which means ‘fungus’, and toxikos, which means ‘poison’. The most common mycotoxins that have been linked to toxic syndromes in livestock and/or humans include aflatoxins (AFs), trichothecenes (deoxynivalenol – DON and T-2/HT-2 toxins), fumonisins (FUM), zearalenone (ZEN), ochratoxin A (OTA), and ergot alkaloids (EAs), but…
Read MoreGrass quality determines the future of dairy farms
The challenges facing dairy farms require that the grass component in the ration is consistently of top quality. Limagrain is therefore investing heavily in new varieties with high digestibility. It is up to dairy farmers to make each grass silage a top product. Forage is the basis of the ration on dairy farms. On most…
Read MoreSchothorst Feed Research joins GFLI as member
A new member for the Global Feed LCA Institute (GFLI): Schothorst Feed Research, an independent research company in the nutrition of farm animals contributing to a global sustainable livestock production chain via applied scientific research and innovation, validated feedstuff matrix, nutrient recommendations and independent consultancy. ‘De Schothorst’ has been established in 1934 by animal feed…
Read MoreDairy physiology series: Transition period and negative energy balance
A notable paper about dairy cows’ biology during the transition period highlighted how this stage, spanning from late pregnancy to early lactation, is crucial for the cow’s productivity. For instance, the success of the transition period greatly impacts the cow’s profitability for that lactation cycle. During this time, dairy cows go through various metabolic changes…
Read MoreNutritional consultancy, worldwide
The world population is increasing, and so is prosperity: “This means that meat consumption worldwide will continue to increase, and that we need to intensify production”, says Jan Fledderus, product manager swine and consultant at Schothorst Feed Research. “To feed the world, we need to produce safe, affordable and healthy food in an efficient way”,…
Read MoreLooking back at the Feeds and Nutrition Course 2024
In this year’s Feeds and Nutrition Course a new module was introduced: Recent developments in animal nutrition. “In the upcoming editions, we will include this module in the course”, says Sharon van der Vaart, Operations Manager Educational Services. “Each year, we will choose topics that are in the center of attention, and this year we…
Read MoreSFR Welcomes New Consultant Poultry Nutritionist, Eric Le Gall
SFR is excited to announce the addition of Eric Le Gall to our team as a Consultant Poultry Nutrition, starting on the 21st of May. With a rich background in animal nutrition and extensive experience in the feed industry, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our company. Eric, aged 40, hails from…
Read MoreIndependent and up-to-date information on mycotoxins
Mycotoxins – toxic substances produced by fungi – are a recurrent threat to human and animal health. Schothorst Feed Research gathered all scientific knowledge on the occurrence, health hazards, prevention, treatment, analysis and other current insights on the topic in a comprehensive book. The launch of the publication is accompanied by a masterclass, consisting of…
Read MoreRecent Developments in Animal Nutrition
This is a newly developed module in the Feeds & Nutrition program. In this module we will present the newest recent developments in animal nutrition/this market. Therefore, this module will be updated every year on the most important topics we think will influence your work the upcoming year(s). This module is also ideal to follow…
Read MoreRole of nutrition and pig genotype in reducing post-weaning diarrhea
Reduction of post-weaning diarrhea (PWD) caused by enterotoxigenic E. coli (ETEC) is a principal objective in pig farming in terms of welfare benefits. Since therapeutic levels of zinc oxide cannot be used anymore for treating PWD within the European Union, functional feed additives, ingredients and feeding strategies have become fundamental in reducing antimicrobials to sustain…
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