![Figure 1. Control = no fiber, Enzyme treated fiber = soluble NSP, Lignocellulose = insoluble NSP. (A) Butyric acid production increases by 22% in piglet (15 kg) when fermenting soluble fibers. (B) Protein fermentation reduced by 19% in piglet (15 kg) when fermenting soluble fibers. SCFA = short chain fatty acids, BCFA = branched chain fatty acids.](https://www.pig333.com/3tres3_common/art/pig333/16782/home.jpg?w=650&h=366&ho=1&ts=1653979446)
Phasing out zinc oxide - Strategic use of dietary fiber in protein dense nursery feed
Balancing dietary fibers correctly to support intestinal health has potential as a dietary tool when pharmaceutical levels of zinc oxide is no longer permitted in piglet feeds.