Discover the advantages of low acid-binding diets for young pigs with Ethan Stas, a Ph.D. student at Kansas State University. In his insightful research on acid-binding capacity in nursery pigs, Ethan delves into the critical role of maintaining low stomach pH levels in pigs post-weaning. He investigates how incorporating low acid-binding ingredients into their diets could potentially enhance gastrointestinal health and nutrient utilization. Join us on this journey to explore the impacts of these dietary adjustments on the health and growth of young pigs.

"We should always be looking at ways that we can improve the health status and nutrient utilization of those young pigs to get them off to a better start and ultimately lead to more opportunities down the line as well." - Ethan Stas

What you’ll learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (02:47) Introduction
• (04:24) Exploring acid-binding capacity
• (07:40) Predicting ingredient binding capacity
• (08:42) Incorporating ABC into feed formulation
• (14:34) Revisiting zinc oxide in diets
• (16:34) Optimal levels of ABC in diets
• (22:06) End of the episode

Meet the guest: Ethan Stas, a Ph.D. student at Kansas State University, has a rich academic background in animal science, with degrees from both Penn State and Kansas State University. Specializing in swine nutrition, Ethan's research focuses on enhancing acid-binding capacity in swine diets, particularly improving the gastrointestinal health of nursery pigs. His work reflects a deep commitment to advancing animal health through scientific innovation.

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