Avoiding lipid oxidation in piglet diets

Weaned piglets have the ability to grow fast, but relatively low feed intake limits their genetic potential. Therefore piglet feeds have high energy content, mostly obtained by adding fats and lipids. These ingredients are sensitive to oxidation, which leads to poor palatability and has a detrimental effect on feed intake. By Ioannis Mavromichalis, Ariston Nutrition SL, Madrid, Spain   Most high-quality piglet feeds are heavily fortified with fats and oils. There is a very good reason for