Hansen, L.L. and Jensen, M.T. (2005) Feeding with chicory roots reduces the amount of odorous compounds in colon contents of pigs. In: Proceedings, pp. 117-118.
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It is known that pure inulin a fructooligosaccharide extracted from chicory roots can:
reduce boar taint (skatole in backfat and blood)reduce parasite infection levels when added to specially composed experimental diets.
However, the entire chicory roots may, in comparison to inulin:
reduce boar taint more effectively improve the taste of cooked meat from both male and female pigs be more effective against parasites when added to normal diet types
Improved stable environment due to:
the reduced malodour coming from pig stables and manure may possibly lead to environmental benefits for the farmer and the public?
EPrint Type: | Conference paper, poster, etc. |
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Type of presentation: | Paper |
Keywords: | Feeding, chicory roots, odorous compounds, pigs |
Subjects: | "Organics" in general |
Research affiliation: | Denmark > DARCOF II (2000-2005) > II. 3 (PROSBIO) Production of steers and use of bioactive forages Denmark > DARCOF II (2000-2005) > II.12 (PROSQUAL) Product quality and consumer perception of organic beef and pork ... |
Deposited By: | Balling, Anne Hjorth |
ID Code: | 10014 |
Deposited On: | 29 Nov 2006 |
Last Modified: | 12 Apr 2010 07:34 |
Document Language: | English |
Status: | Published |
Refereed: | Not peer-reviewed |
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