63 - Dr. Megan Edwards: Reducing Trace Element Overuse in Pig Farming

Copper and zinc are trace elements which are commonly used in pig feed due to their growth-promoting and antimicrobial properties. However, overuse can lead to their excessive excretion in manure, thus leading to negative environmental consequences. So it’s critical not only to consider reducing the overuse but also choosing the best source for these minerals. In this episode, Dr. Megan Edwards discusses her experience with effectively reducing the levels of zinc and copper fed to pigs.

Meet the guest

Dr. Megan Edwards

Experience

      ○ Current: Owner/Animal Nutrition Consultant at Feed for Thought Company Ltd.; Owner/Animal Nutrition Consultant at Integral Nutrition (S) Pte. Ltd.

      ○ Past: Regional Technical Manager Swine at DSM Nutritional Products Asia Pacific

Background

      ○ Ph.D., Animal Nutrition (University of New England)

      ○ Graduate Certificate, Poultry Nutrition and Production (University of New England)

      ○ B.Sc., Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography (Flinders University)

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