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Gut Health in Pigs and Poultry

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  • Thursday 5 June 2025
  • 13 - 35 students
  • € 795.00

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Introduction
Gut health is key for the health and welfare of pigs and poultry. It offers vital benefits such as enhanced immune function, reduced stress, and lowered risk of diseases. Join this course to explore the complex mechanisms underlying intestinal health and its connection to the immune system, and use this knowledge to your advantage.

For who is this course fitting?

Target audience

This course is designed for professionals dedicated to the health and nutrition of pigs and poultry, including those in animal feed and feed additive companies, veterinarians, farm advisors and farmers. It also benefits policy makers, researchers and educators seeking to deepen their expertise and connect with practitioners.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes
  • Explain the mechanisms of the immune system in pigs and poultry
  • Define how the immune system is linked to the intestines and its microbiome
  • Recommend feed ingredients for improved gut health and immune system

Programme details

Programme

The course consists of three parts:

  • Online preparation (8 hours, with a live kick-off on 8 May): Learn the essentials through videos, quizzes, readings, and online discussions.
  • On-campus day (5 June): Apply your knowledge to real-life cases, explore opportunities and risks, and collaborate on overcoming challenges in gut health.
  • Online come-back day (17 September): Reflect on your work challenge, share experiences, and get guidance to address remaining obstacles.

Certification

Certification

After successfully following this course you will receive an certificate.

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Organisational unit

Wageningen Academy

Educational type

Course

Interest area

Agriculture, Horticulture and Animals

Date

Thu 5 June 2025

Price

€795

Accreditation

Accreditation points

Format

Blended

Course starts immediately

No

Language of instruction

English

Minimum number of learners

13

Maximum number of learners

35