Swine nutrition research and an update on how the Canadian industry is fighting African swine fever (ASF) will be the highlights at Kansas State University’s KSU Swine Day on Nov. 21.
Given greater oil-extraction efficiencies at corn-ethanol plants, the resulting co-products, DDGS, are lower in fat. That means less energy for pigs consuming DDGS as part of their diet.
Even though corn futures prices weakened after the June crop acreage report, using the iFarm price distribution tool there was still a 19% chance on July 9 that corn futures will be above $5 per bushel.
This corn can be used in feed, as long as it’s nutritional value, potential for mycotoxin contamination and how changes in bulk density affect feed mixing and transportation are understood.
In part one of this overview, the differences in nutritional makeup of Light-Weight Corn (LWC) and feeding guidelines were discussed. Ahead, mycotoxins and bulk density of this corn will be reviewed.
Cargill’s animal nutrition and health group will consist of three units: Cargill Animal Nutrition, combining feed, nutrition and pre-mix businesses; Cargill Aqua Nutrition; and the new Cargill Health Technologies.
Hot and dry cornfield conditions are breeding grounds for dangerous aspergillus ear and kernel mold that produces aflatoxins. This toxin is a carcinogen, can harm livestock and can lead to rejection at the elevator.
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem has signed legislation that requires “fake meat” products to be correctly labeled, hoping to reduce the impact of lab-cultured products on the local meat market.
