The Swine It Podcast Show Canada - Dr. Ruurd Zijlstra: Zinc Replacement Strategies | Ep. 86
Nov 07, 2024In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, Dr. Ruurd Zijlstra, from the University of Alberta, explores ways to feed starter pigs in a non-therapeutic zinc world. He discusses alternative strategies such as managing acid binding capacity (ABC-4), incorporating organic acids, and selecting specific fiber types to maintain gut health and productivity. Listen now on major platforms!
What will you learn:
- Zinc replacement strategies
- Acid binding capacity
- Importance of diet formulation
- Fiber’s impact on gut health
- Sustainable swine nutrition
Meet the guest:
Dr. Ruurd Zijlstra is a professor at the University of Alberta and co-host of The Swine It Podcast Show Canada, where he explores insights and trends within the Canadian swine industry. With a strong background in swine nutrition, he specializes in carbohydrate processing and assessing feed ingredients. Originally from the Netherlands, he earned his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois and has published extensively on swine dietary needs and health.