piglet breeding News
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First steps in feeding machines for insects
The demand for new sources of protein as an alternative to existing proteins, such as meat and soya has increased, with insects being a good alternative because they are full of protein. Insects can be grown on residual streams from the food chain, thus also contributing to sustainable livestock farming. The market interest in insects for food (human food) but especially for feed (animal feed) ...
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Three Piglets Extra Due to New Protein
In October 2019, Dortheasminde started feeding EP199 to sows to improve their productivity. A choice that owner, Søren Kjær Poulsen, is very pleased with. By spending 23,5 EUR per produced sow per year, EP199 has resulted in an extra three weaned piglets per produced sow per year, 0.7 piglets more were weaned per weaning and 700 grams extra weight gain was recorded before weaning. ...
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