Pig Talks: Rethinking weaning - the search for sustainable solutions
Weaning remains one of the biggest challenges in modern pig production, with producers looking for alternatives to antibiotics and high levels of zinc oxide. At Virginia Tech, research is exploring micro-encapsulated zinc oxide and other feed additives to support gut health and piglet performance.
Oct 5
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Dr Samuel Gerrard discusses promising results in growth and feed efficiency, while Dr Winston Samuels explains how Maxx Performance is applying this technology. The goal: better gut health, more efficient nutrient use, and more sustainable solutions for pig production.