Feed measures to reduce losses of zinc and copper
One way to reduce the amount of zinc and copper in feed is by lowering the amount of these trace minerals in the premix. This might be possible, for instance, in the finisher phase of broilers.
Zinc and copper have a broad range of physiological functions and are needed for a range of biological functions. However they can be found in high levels in manure, which means high levels in the soil. This can cause serious concerns for the environment. Feed measures can reduce this impact. To stop the accumulation of zinc and copper in soils two actions are needed. First, the amount of manure that is spread on fields should be reduced. However, this is not enough to realise a steady state si
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