Effects of supplementation with 1,25(OH)2D3-glycoside of herbal origin in the diet of nursery piglets
Cristine Regina Gregory,
Liliana Bury de Azevedo,
Amanda Gabriela Bickel
et al.
Abstract:Context To provide adequate dietary vitamin D in nursery piglets, 1,25(OH)2D3-glycoside could be a potential alternative to supplements currently in use. Aims The effect of this supplement on apparent total tract nutrient digestibility, growth performance, health status, and bone traits was assessed in nursery piglets. Methods Digestibility was assessed in 30 piglets (23.8 ± 3.32 kg), and growth performance in 135 weaned piglets (8.0 ± 0.53 kg). Both trials used randomized complete block designs … Show more
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