Corey Carpenter, Swine Account Manager at Zinpro Corporation, recently shared groundbreaking research on the benefits of incorporating Zinpro Zinc into the diet of grow-finish pigs. This study provides compelling evidence that dietary zinc supplementation can mitigate the detrimental effects of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae, a pathogen known to compromise feed efficiency and average daily gain in pigs.
One of the most notable outcomes was the significant reduction in histological lung lesions in pigs fed with Zinpro Zinc. Histological analysis revealed that these pigs had less severe lung tissue damage. This indicates that zinc supplementation helps bolster the respiratory system, potentially by enhancing immune responses and reducing the severity of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae infections.
Another critical finding was the marked decrease in coughing episodes among pigs receiving Zinpro Zinc. Coughing is a primary symptom of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae infection and can severely impact animal welfare and growth performance. The reduction in coughing suggests that Zinpro Zinc plays a role in alleviating respiratory distress, thereby improving the overall health and well-being of the pigs.
The findings of this study highlight the significant benefits of Zinpro Zinc in reducing the impact of bacterial pneumonia caused by Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae in grow-finish pigs. By limiting the pathogen's effects on lung health and respiratory function, zinc supplementation enhances overall growth performance and feed efficiency.
By Andrew Bawden, Farms.com
6 сен 2024
