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Climate change and mycotoxins: Untangling a complex web
November 12, 2021Climate change and mycotoxins: Untangling a complex web Author: Nick Adams, Global Director, Alltech Mycotoxin Management Mycotoxin risk is a dynamic issue for producers globally. With the predicted changes in climate, combined with the drive for more sustainable agriculture practices such as reduced tillage and decreases in chemical usage, this risk is set to evolve […]
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How climate change is changing mycotoxins
November 10, 2021How climate change is changing mycotoxins Author: Ann Reus, Feed strategy & comments from Dr. Radka Borutova, Alltech Mycotoxin Management Climate change is contributing to increases in mycotoxin occurrence and prevalence. Experts say the strategy for minimizing the associated risks is multifaceted. Read the full article and learn more here.
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Mycotoxins and their impact on animal welfare and productivity
October 27, 2021Mycotoxins and their impact on animal welfare and productivity Author: Dr. Alexandra Weaver, Alltech Mycotoxin Management The welfare of your animals is an important component of production. Proper nutrition, housing and management all contribute significantly to high standards of physical and mental well-being in animals. However, there are many challenges on-farm that can have equally […]
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Debunking the myths behind mycotoxins: A vet’s view
October 13, 2021Debunking the myths behind mycotoxins: A vet’s view Author: Dr. Luke Miller – Dairy Technical Support Specialist, Alltech It is a common misconception that, due to the anatomy of ruminants, mycotoxins may have a diminished effect on the health and production of cattle. The more we learn about mycotoxins, however, the more we realise that […]
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Mycotoxins in aquaculture
August 10, 2021Mycotoxins in Aquaculture: A mitigation approach in turbot Author: Dr. Radka Borutova, Alltech Mycotoxin Management Aquaculture is the fastest-growing food production industry in the world. Due to concerns about sustainability, the need to replace fish meal with plant-based protein alternatives becomes more urgent. However, plant based ingredients are often contaminated with mycotoxins, increasing the health […]
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Do not let mycotoxins negatively impact your good eggs
August 10, 2021Do not let mycotoxins negatively impact your good eggs. Authors: Dr. Dulmelis Sandu – Alltech, Dr. Alexandra Weaver – Alltech and Dr. Kayla Price – Alltech Many stressors are associated with intensive rearing practices in poultry production systems, one of which is mycotoxins. Mycotoxins are natural toxic secondary metabolites produced by fungi that can be […]
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Calf Success: Mycotoxins not just a dairy cow issue
July 13, 2021Mycotoxins: Not just a dairy cow issue Author: Ellen Dufour, Hubbard Feeds It is well-known that in the diary industry, mycotoxins are not to be taken lightly. Mycotoxins can take advantage of the wet field conditions and fluctuating feed stuff dry matter that results from heavy rains and flooding and begin to grow both in […]
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Warning signs of mycotoxins in pigs
June 21, 2021Recognising the warning signs of mycotoxins in pigs Author: Dr. Radka Borutova, Alltech Mycotoxin Management By recognising mycotoxin issues early, it is possible to reduce the impact of mycotoxins on pigs. An outline of ten common warning signs will help pig producers to detect a mycotoxin problem as soon as possible. Read the full article […]
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