Puffed cereals for piglet feed

In Europe, piglets are generally weaned at 3-4 weeks. Stress, infections and a low feed intake can give rise to problems during this period. With puffed cereals that are completely gelatinised and easy to digest these problems can be minimised. This ensures fewer health problems and improves the absorption of nutrients. By Gerard van der Hoek and Bram Gunter, Meneba, the Netherlands For piglets, weaning involves an abrupt switch from milk to solid feed. The supply of nutrients chang