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[Rye and wheat in piglet rations supplemented by bisergon]
G Bolduan1, H Jung, R Schneider
1Forschungszentrum für Tierproduktion Dummerstorf-Rostock, Akademie der Landwirtschaftswissenschaften der DDR.
Archiv Fur Tierernahrung
|March 1, 1988
Summary
Supplementing piglet feed with Bisergon (a chinoxalin derivative) improved feed intake and weight gain, especially with rye-based rations. Bisergon also stabilized intestinal flora by reducing stomach fermentation and aiding digestion.
Area of Science:
- Animal Nutrition
- Swine Physiology
- Digestive Health
Background:
- Rye-based diets can cause digestive issues in piglets due to fermentation.
- Chinoxalin derivatives are being explored for their potential effects on animal health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the effects of rye versus wheat-based diets on piglet growth and digestion.
- To evaluate the impact of Bisergon supplementation on piglet performance and gut health.
Main Methods:
- A feeding experiment with 54 piglets and a slaughtering test with 15 piglets.
- Diets consisted of 69% rye (R) or wheat (W), with and without 200 mg/kg DM Bisergon (RB and WB rations).
- Measured feed intake, weight gain, and digesta organic acid concentrations.
Main Results:
- Bisergon supplementation increased feed intake and weight gain in both rye and wheat diets.
- Rye-based diets led to higher organic acid concentrations in the stomach compared to wheat.
- Bisergon reduced stomach organic acids and increased digesta in the colon, indicating faster stomach emptying.
Conclusions:
- Bisergon demonstrates ergotropic qualities, stabilizing intestinal flora.
- Bisergon promotes a healthier digestive process by mitigating fermentation issues associated with rye diets.
- Supplementation with Bisergon enhances piglet growth performance and digestive efficiency.