Understanding and optimizing the use of prebiotics in pig nutrition

Publication date: 23/07/2024
Extent: 26 pages

Contributions by: Knud Erik Bach Knudsen, Aarhus University, Denmark

Chapter synopsis:

This chapter discussed the use of prebiotics in pig nutrition. It begins with a section covering dietary fibre and prebiotics, then moves on to describe types of prebiotics, including: oligosaccharides, polysaccharides, and non-carbohydrate prebiotics. Next, mode of actions for prebiotics is explored. Finally, prebiotics in diets for pigs is highlighted, covering again: oligosaccharides and inulin, polysaccharides, and non-carbohydrate prebiotics.

DOI: 10.19103/AS.2024.0140.12