The effects and mechanisms of acids on the health of piglets and weaners – a review

Nowak, Piotr; Zaworska-Zakrzewska, Anita; Frankiewicz, Andrzej; Kasprowicz-Potocka, Małgorzata

doi:10.2478/aoas-2020-0088

Abstract

The rearing of piglets is the most difficult period in the pigs’ production because of their poorly developed digestive system and the low activity of digestive enzymes. Problems in nutrition and stress cause some disorders in the functioning of the digestive system leading to diarrhea and the mortality of piglets. Starting in 2006 in the EU, a total ban on antibiotics in their use as growth promoters was introduced. Since then, new and safe feed additives have been sought in order to replace antibiotics. Organic and inorganic acids as well as their salts were recognized as effective and safe additives. Due to their properties, they can improve feed palatability and digestibility, reduce the buffer capacity of feed, impact the development and functioning of the pig’s digestive system and improve the health and growth parameters. However, the effectiveness of acids is related to their qualitative and quantitative share in the feed additive. In this review, some strategies for using organic acids, their mixtures and also some new multi-component products will be discussed.

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The effects and mechanisms of acids on the health of piglets and weaners – a review

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