Study finds amino acid supplementation prevents negative effects of low-protein diet on pig welfare

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Pigs fed a low-protein diet can show more damaging behaviors, but this can be counteracted by supplementation of essential amino acids to their diet. This has been demonstrated in research from Wageningen University & Research. The outcome is important for both pig welfare and the environment.

Period15 Nov 2023

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  • TitleStudy finds amino acid supplementation prevents negative effects of low-protein diet on pig welfare
    Degree of recognitionInternational
    Media name/outletPhys
    Media typeWeb
    Country/TerritoryNetherlands
    Date15/11/23
    DescriptionPigs fed a low-protein diet can show more damaging behaviors, but this can be counteracted by supplementation of essential amino acids to their diet. This has been demonstrated in research from Wageningen University & Research. The outcome is important for both pig welfare and the environment.
    URLhttps://phys.org/news/2023-11-amino-acid-supplementation-negative-effects.html
    PersonsIlaria Minussi
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