GEMM™ for Pigs
We combat post-weaning stress in piglets by developing GEMM™ that enhances gut health and reducing economic losses in pork production.
Understanding
Post-Weaning Diarrhea
Weaning is a very stressful transition period for piglets, which can often result in gut dysbiosis, stunted growth, diarrhea, and even death. During this stage their gastrointestinal immunity is still underdeveloped, making them vulnerable to intestinal and immune dysfunction.¹ Post-weaning stress can lead to several conditions such as post-weaning-diarrhea (PWD), which is often caused by the pathogenic bacteria, enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli.²'³ Unfortunately, an increasing incidence of PWD in piglets has been observed worldwide, irrespective of industrialization or climate conditions, with a high mortality rate of 20-30%.
At Melius, we are currently in clinical testing for the use of our GEMM™ in pigs to help support pig gut health and development.
Our objective is to create a consortium of GEMM™ that are specifically designed for pigs to help reduce the stressors involved in weaning, and help optimize pig growth.
Our GEMM™ Solutions for Piglet Health
Our objective is to use our BioPersist™ and BioColonize™ technology to create a consortium of GEMM™ that are specifically designed for pigs to help reduce the stressors involved in weaning. By aiding in the piglet transition into the new environment, we hope to prevent massive economic losses that are currently incurred by pork producers worldwide.