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Gut Health in Swine: A Key to Optimal Performance

Gut health in swine is far more than just a process of digestion; it is the cornerstone of overall health, growth, and profitability in the swine industry. From nutrient absorption to pathogen defense, the health of a pig’s gastrointestinal (GI) system plays a crucial role in determining its health and performance. In this blog, we’ll […]

Loose Droppings in Poultry: Causes & Treatment

Loose droppings in poultry, often called wet droppings serve as an early warning of intestinal distress, offering valuable insights into the gut health of the flock. In commercial poultry, the normal intestinal transit time is relatively quick, ranging from 4-8 hours, which means serious issues can develop rapidly. Additionally, loose droppings in poultry can lead […]

Gut Health In Poultry: Natural Remedies to Maintain Good Gut Health

The gastrointestinal (GI) tract of poultry plays a vital role in maintaining gut health in poultry. This specialized tube extends from the mouth to the cloaca, with its primary function being the conversion and digestion of food into basic components for absorption and utilization by the host. The GI tract serves as a selective barrier […]

All you need to know about milk fever in cows

Calcium deficiency during calving, also known as hypocalcemia in cattle, paresis puerperalis, or parturient apoplexy, leads to “milk fever” in high-yielding cattle. This condition is one of the most serious metabolic diseases affecting bovines. Hypocalcemia in cattle often leads to other metabolic issues, including retained placenta, ketosis, mastitis, uterine infections, and fatty liver syndrome. This […]

Deep Litter System In Poultry: Advantages & Disadvantages

The deep litter system in poultry involves a bedding layer designed to protect your flocks and ensure their optimal health. This bedding, made up of materials like shavings, rice hulls, manure, feathers, and other components, serves as a comfortable base for the birds. However, factors such as poor ventilation, inadequate water management, and changing weather […]

Crafting a Symphony of Poultry Health and Production with Choline

Choline, a B-complex vitamin also known as vitamin B4, has been revived as a vital “feed additive” in poultry. As a lipotropic factor, choline aids in fat mobilization and prevents fatty degeneration. In addition to this, choline plays several crucial roles in the bird’s body. The metabolic requirements for choline are met through two main […]

Folliculogenesis in Poultry

In the global poultry industry, egg-laying production efficiency is a key economic factor. High productivity is determined by the number of ovarian follicles preparing for ovulation and the efficiency of the oviduct in converting ova into hard-shelled eggs. However, increasing the number of ovarian follicles involves several factors, including nutritional, pathological, managerial, and climatic influences. […]

Litter Management in Poultry

Effective litter management in poultry is crucial for ensuring optimal bird health. While producers prioritise proper nutrition and clean water to keep their poultry birds healthy, litter conditions in housing systems often go overlooked. Unfortunately, poor poultry litter management practices can lead to an increase in ammonia levels, which may cause health issues such as […]

Common Types of Respiratory Diseases in Poultry

Respiratory diseases in poultry remain a key challenge for farmers globally, especially during the winter months. Addressing these issues is crucial for maintaining the health and well-being of hens. Factors such as poor ventilation, wet litter, dust, and ammonia are common causes that leads to respiratory diseases as well. Moreover, live vaccinations can sometimes trigger […]

Phytogenics: Sustainable Solutions for Animal Health

Phytogenics are taking the spotlight in the animal feed industry. But what is phytogenics? Why is it considered the future of animal health? Phytogenics, are heterogenous compounds, that were introduced to animal nutrition as an alternative to antibiotic growth promoters (AGPs). Due to the multifunctional benefits, phytogenics are winning the animal health care segments. Let’s […]

Wet Litter Problem in Poultry: Causes & Prevention

To avoid distress among poultry birds, we must ensure that they are raised in a safe and healthy environment where their nutritional needs are met. One of the biggest challenges the poultry industry faces is the wet litter problem in poultry. Wet litter in poultry can negatively impact your chickens’ health resulting in decreased production […]

Natural Remedies Steps Towards Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)

Natural Remedies, a leader in animal and human healthcare, excels in its products by formulating phytogenic solutions that harness the healing properties of nature. Our commitment to sustainability and adherence to Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) promotes environmentally friendly and responsible farming techniques, ensuring the health and well-being of all through natural, effective solutions. We holistically […]

Embarking on the Journey to Creating a Fulfilling Workplace Experience

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, we often find ourselves grappling with a multitude of demands, struggling to strike a balance between work and personal well-being. At Natural Remedies, we’ve undertaken a profound mission not only to achieve this equilibrium but to excel in it. Rooted in our visionary statement, “We harness nature […]

The switch to sustainable feed resources will increase even more in the future.

The term “sustainability” has become highly prominent in recent years. It is a practice of safeguarding the natural resources and ecological systems of our environment. This is done to meet the requirements of the present and to secure the needs of future generations. At Natural Remedies, we have the highest regard for sustainable practices and […]

Care of Cattle Animals During Monsoon

Monsoons serve as a joyous time for most people. But, the seasonal changes that monsoon brings with it, such as heavy rainfall and unpredictable climatic conditions can also negatively affect the conditions of the beings within our ecosystem. One such group that is significantly affected in numerous facets is the livestock industry, mainly the cattle […]

Methods to Improve Efficiency in Poultry Farming

Poultry farming holds great importance as a key contributor to the agricultural industry. With the increasing population demand for easily bioavailable and high protein sources has also increased. To meet the surge in demand for these high-quality sources of protein, poultry farmers should try to enhance the efficiency of their operations. Adopting sustainable practices such […]

How Phytogenic resources help increase ruminant feed efficiency.

“The health of a ruminant is the wealth of a farmer” is an apt statement because every livestock farmer desires that all their animals are on the top of their health in order to provide optimal productivity. Increasing the feed efficiency of a ruminant is one such component that is vital because it is concerned […]

The Role of Vitamin C in Supporting Immune Health in Poultry and Livestock

If you are a poultry farmer or livestock owner, you will know the importance of providing the right amount of feed along with feed additives and supplements in order to keep your birds healthy. While feed is important for overall growth and sustenance, feed supplements and additives help provide the animals with nutrients that are […]

Growth Promoters for Poultry Animals: How do they work?

In the past few years, there has been a substantial growth in the poultry industry, thanks to several growth promoting strategies and appropriate disease preventive and control measures among the flocks. Growth promoters are substances that are used by farmers and livestock owners with the intent of promoting growth, boosting overall efficiency, improving feed conversion […]

How to prevent and reduce heat stress in poultry

Just the way humans are susceptible to heat stroke during hot climatic conditions, livestock also face extreme exhaustion due to heat, known as heat stress. High environmental temperatures are one of the most common causes of heat stress. In a bird, heat stress occurs when the core body temperature increases to extreme levels due to […]

Biosensors and their utility in animal disease diagnostics

Globally, infectious diseases are the leading cause of mortality in man and animals. Infectious diseases of both domestic and wildlife pose a serious health risk to humans as exhibited by the current ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. These infectious diseases can be of zoonotic origin affecting not only human health, but also, animal health and production. Such […]