Fiber source and inclusion level affects characteristics of excreta from growing pigs.
Conference Thando MpenduloMichael ChimonyoSaymore Petros NdouArchibold Garikayi BakarePublished in: Asian-Australasian journal of animal sciences (2015)
It was concluded that different fiber sources influence fecal characteristics, thereby having different implications on pig waste management. It is vital to monitor fiber inclusion thresholds so as to easily manage environmental pollutants such as butyrate that contribute to odors.