Finding the right balance

Optimal gut health is of vital importance as it builds the foundation for animal performance and farm profitability. The definition of a healthy gut differs from person to person, one could describe it as ‘having a diverse community of gut microbiome’ or from vets perspective ‘as being disease free’. The flora found in the intestines helps to keep harmful pathogens at bay, it can increase intestinal metabolic capacity and generally ensure that the animal stays fit and well. However, thi