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Defining Stress in Poultry and Swine Production

Defining Stress in Poultry and Swine Production

Written by: Ashley Wagner (Probiotech International Inc.) & Ethan Groos What is ‘stress’? Generally, the term ‘stress’ is used to describe the detrimental effects of a variety of factors on the health and performance of livestock. Stress in birds is characterized...

Mycotoxin Control – Not All Clays Are Created Equal

Mycotoxin Control – Not All Clays Are Created Equal

Written by: Dr. Douglas Zaviezo & Ethan Groos As we plan for another fall harvest, livestock producers need to be ready to deal with the possible mycotoxins in their crops. Mycotoxins are toxins produced by molds (fungi) that can accumulate in grains and pose...

Endotoxins –  What are Those?

Endotoxins – What are Those?

Read more about the significance of endotoxins, particularly lipopolysaccharides (LPSs), in gram-negative bacteria. It covers their structure, release mechanisms, physiological effects on the immune system, and their impact on infectious diseases and livestock performance.