28.02.2024
Sensitive issue: Trace elements in broiler nutrition
The use of organic versus inorganic trace elements in poultry nutrition is a bit of a conundrum and underscores a pivotal challenge in farming and animal care. Organically bound zinc has the potential to not only improve broiler health and reduce footpad dermatitis, but also improve carcass quality, which favors its use over inorganic alternatives. Switching to organic trace elements is an important step towards improving performance, quality and sustainability in poultry production.
