Ioannis MavromichalisIoannis Mavromichalis, Ph.D., is an animal nutrition industry consultant. To contact Mavromichalis, email [email protected].From the Author - Page 28Breeding & GeneticsCreating a universal broiler vitamin, trace mineral premixI have been tasked to create a universal vitamin and trace mineral premix, suitable for all broiler genetics. But, is there such a thing as a universal premix?HomeUnderstanding specialty soy proteins in a global marketSoybeans remain the most efficient source of oil, and the animal industry continues to enjoy soybeans as a primary source of protein in the form of soybean meal. It merits understanding their method of production and market position in order to fully comprehend the soy protein industry and the uses of these ingredients.HomeCan vitamin E be reduced or replaced in animal feeds?Here are six very important aspects relating to vitamin E that every nutrition professional should keep in mind when setting dietary specifications for this expensive nutrient.HomeFormulating pig, poultry diets: a nutritionist’s preferencesEach nutritionist has a favorite set of feedstuff book values, and here I present my own, based on my experiences as a field nutritionist and consultant — use with caution!Egg ProductionCage-free layers: white or brown eggs?Egg Production8 tips for feeding cage-free layersTaking laying hens out of cages makes a big difference. The extra freedom allows them to move around expending energy and putting pressure on their bones. Cage-free hens also compete more for their daily ration, and they come in contact with their excreta. All of these facts make traditional layer feeding rather obsolete, or more eloquently put, in need of revising to ensure bird health, welfare, productivity and, of course, profitability are not sacrificed at the expense of consumer preferences.Antibiotic-Free MeatBroiler super pre-starter formulation secrets revealedFormulating a commercial super pre-starter does not have to be a secret; here we talk about it with real commercial experiences.HomeHow low can we get with lactose?Writing a chapter on lactose for my forthcoming book and talking with a feed manufacturer in Canada regarding the maximum levels of lactose in piglet diets reminded me that lactose remains an inconclusive subject for most nutrition professionals.Poultry Nutrition & Formulation3 reasons feed additives fail, how to make them succeedI have identified three common features among feed additives that fail to make an impact on the market and another three traits that characterize those that succeed.HomeWho cares about antioxidant nutrition?Do natural ingredients contain enough antioxidants that we should not worry about them? Clearly we are missing something.Antibiotic-Free Meat5 alternative broiler super pre-starter ingredientsModern broiler production already appreciates the value of a high-density pre-starter feed. Such "super" feeds not only enhance early growth, but they also improve lifetime performance.HomeSoybean meal quality beyond protein concentrationMost nutritionists distinguish soybean meal based on its crude protein concentration; few of us take into account the origin of our soybean.Previous PagePage 28 of 55Next Page