Target release concepts in poultry feed

An understanding of gastro-intestinal anatomy, physiology and function of the chicken is critical for achieving optimum nutritional efficiency. Here we discuss some new insights regarding the use of a mix containing coated butyrate acid, short- and medium-chained fatty acids and botanicals to target intestinal problems in poultry. In poultry, the early development of the enteric system is considered to be one of the most crucial steps in achieving life-time performance objectives and maximum ec