Going to the dogs: University's newest patent for improving canine health
Make no bones about it, a discovery by a Kansas State University research team could mean a longer and healthier life for man's best friend.
Plants & Animals
Nov 29, 2011
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Herbivorous fish like eating meat
The grass carp, thought to be a strict vegetarian, seems to have a preference for amphipoda. NWO researcher Liesbeth Bakker made this discovery during her research into the food preferences of fish. The discovery turns our ...
Ecology
Oct 19, 2011
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Scientists still hoping to serve up insects as food source
An abundant food source in a time of food insecurity, just one snag – how can we break the 'yuck' barrier and get insects onto our plates?
Environment
Jan 17, 2018
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Nutritional values established in three new, high-energy protein ingredients fed to weanling pigs
The use of soybean meal in diets fed to weanling pigs is limited due to the presence of anti-nutritional factors that young pigs can't tolerate. Therefore, other sources of protein, such as fish meal and plasma, are used ...
Plants & Animals
Aug 8, 2013
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Establishing nutritional value in copra and palm products fed to pigs
Products derived from coconuts and oil palm trees are the primary protein sources in swine diets in parts of Africa, southeast Asia, South America, and Europe. New research from the University of Illinois is helping to establish ...
Plants & Animals
Jun 4, 2013
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Using lysine estimates to detect heat damage in DDGS
Distillers dried grains with solubles (DDGS) are a good source of energy and protein in swine diets. However, they can be damaged by excessive heat during processing, compromising their nutritional value. University of Illinois ...
Plants & Animals
Jan 14, 2013
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Newly aggressive dogs may be reacting to pain
(HealthDay) -- Pain may be the cause of sudden, unexplained aggression in dogs, a new study says.
Plants & Animals
Jun 16, 2012
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Digestibility and nutritional value of whey co-products for weanling pigs
New research from the University of Illinois sheds light on the nutritional value of whey powder and whey permeate as a lactose source for pigs.
Other
Apr 9, 2012
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Beef study: Heifers don't have to be pigs at the feed bunk
Heifers being prepared for breeding don't have to eat like pigs, stuffing themselves at all-you-can-eat feed bunks with unlimited refills, according to scientists at a Montana State University experiment station.
Other
Sep 27, 2011
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Breeding soybeans for improved feed
Modifying soybean seed to increase phosphorus content can improve animal nutrition and reduce feed costs and nutrient pollution. However, further research is needed to commercialize this valuable technology. Knowledge of ...
Ecology
Sep 16, 2011
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