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Research Advances on Alternatives to Antibiotic Feed Additives in Ruminant Production

JIN Chunjia1, YE Gengping1, TANG Xinren2   

  1. 1. Shanghai Bright Holstan Co., Ltd., Shanghai 200436, China;
    2. Brightdairy Co., Ltd., Shanghai 201103, China
  • Received:2017-03-27 Online:2018-01-20 Published:2018-01-20

Abstract:

Misuse of antibiotics imperils the development of animal husbandry in China, it is important to find reliable alternatives to antibiotics to reduce the use of antibiotics. This review summarizes the most common antibiotic feed additives already being used in ruminant feed, and gives an overview of the mechanism of alternative feed additives, such as probiotics, plant extracts, exogenous enzymes, organic acid, antibiotic peptides and oligosaccharides. The influences of alternative feed additives on rumen fermentation, immunity, microbial flora and production performance are presented. Their utility and limitations in modern ruminant production are also discussed. It can provide basis and references for further research and application of alternatives to antibiotics.

Key words: ruminant; antibiotic; alternatives to antibiotic; mechanism

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