Anpario, developer of the natural oregano essential oil Orego-Stim, said that trials at a commercial hog farm in Greece showed that its product could be used to reduce the use of antibiotics at weaning.
Results of the independent study revealed that piglets fed with the supplements recorded improved survivability and growth performance, as well as reduced numbers of positive faecal E. coli counts, the company said.
Heidi Hall, Anpario swine expert and global technical service manager said “antibiotics remain essential in treating disease within the herd. However, with the risk of selecting for the development of antimicrobial resistance, it is important not to overuse antibiotics to ensure we safeguard their efficacy for future use.”
