Understanding Cecal Fermentation in the Poultry Digestive System: The Hidden Process Behind Efficient Digestion

Poultry digestive system is a complicated but interesting process with hidden gems: 'Cecal Fermentation.’ Here's why this process is crucial: 

  1. The diet of chickens is very different from that of mammals.
  2. One important difference is the presence of two small ceca located at the junction of the small and large intestines. These ceca are the heart of ‘Cecal fermentation.’
  3. Inside the ceca, a special group of bacteria breaks down indigestible fibers from plant material. This fermentation process converts these fibers into volatile fatty acids, which the birds can absorb for energy. This part of the poultry digestive system is necessary to use nutrients that cannot be obtained elsewhere.
  4. Cecal fermentation plays an important role in the birds' energy needs. Especially in foods that are high in fiber. This process will help increase the energy needed. It helps birds survive on a variety of foods that may be less nutritional.
  5. In addition to energy, cecal fermentation helps maintain gut health by maintaining a balanced microbiome. Healthy Ceca leads to a healthy immune system which promotes overall health and productivity in poultry.
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Supporting Poultry Digestion with ADCELL-SBx™ by ABTL

Alongside natural processes like cecal fermentation, products like ADCELL-SBx™ further enhance the digestive health of poultry. This product combines active dry yeast Saccharomyces boulardii with Xylanase enzyme, selected for their ability to maintain digestive balance and promote a healthy gut environment. [DC1] [DC2] By supporting both natural fermentation processes and gut health, ADCELL-SBx™ plays a critical role in ensuring the overall well-being and productivity of poultry.

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