Simple Summary Zinc oxide (ZnO) supplementation at pharmacological doses in post-
weaning piglets is a consolidated practice that allows efficient control of post-weaning …

A number of feed additives are marketed to assist in boosting the pigs' immune system,
regulate gut microbiota, and reduce negative impacts of weaning and other environmental …

Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC) infection induced post-weaning diarrhea is one of
the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in newly weaned pigs and one of the …

Livestock species experience several stresses, particularly weaning, transportation,
overproduction, crowding, temperature, and diseases in their life. Heat stress (HS) is one of …

Zinc is an essential trace element for living organisms, and zinc homeostasis is essential for
the maintenance of the normal physiological functions of cells and organisms. The intestine …

The present study aimed to investigate the effects of dietary zinc sources on the growth
performance and gut health of weaned piglets. In total, 96 Duroc× Landrace× Yorkshire …

The intense nature of pig production has increased the animals' exposure to stressful
conditions, which may be detrimental to their welfare and productivity. Some of the most …

Unfavorable weather conditions are one of the largest constraints to maximizing farm animal
productivity. Heat stress (HS), in particular, compromises almost every metric of profitability …

Simple Summary It is well established that the functions of the gastrointestinal tract go
beyond the digestion and absorption of nutrients. For instance, its constant contact with the …

Simple Summary Heat stress triggers behavioural and physiological response and thus
negatively affects productivity in livestock. Among farm species, pigs are especially …