The use of exogenous enzymes to improve feed efficiency in pigs

Publication date: 18/10/2017
Extent: 22 pages

Contributions by: M. R. Bedford and C. L. Walk, AB Vista, UK

Chapter synopsis: Exogenous feed enzymes have been in commercial use in swine diets for almost 30 years. This chapter focuses on the use of three classes of enzymes: NSP’ases, phytases and proteases. We review the evidence that their use is beneficial, and suggest likely mechanisms of action based on the evidence available to date. Lipolytic enzymes are also considered.

DOI: 10.19103/AS.2017.0013.11