Supplementation of functional amino acids and minerals in diets for growing-finishing pigs

Key Points

• The research investigates how supplementation with amino acids and minerals affects growth and quality in finishing pigs.
• Conducted a trial with 120 castrated male pigs weighing about 59.7 kg.
• Divided pigs into four groups with different dietary treatments: control, amino acids, minerals, and amino acids + minerals.
• Evaluated factors such as growth performance, carcass traits, and meat quality.
• Pigs receiving amino acids showed improved growth performance compared to control.
• Mineral supplementation enhanced meat quality characteristics.
• Combination of amino acids and minerals resulted in better fatty acid profiles.

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