Weaning age impacts intestinal stabilization of jejunal intraepithelial T lymphocytes and mucosal microbiota in pigs

Abstract Weaning in conventional pig production is a stressful event that involves abrupt dietary and environmental changes, and the post-weaning period is associated with increased incidence of disease and antibiotic use. As a result, there is a growing demand for non-antibiotic practices to enhanc...

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Main Authors: Jayne E. Wiarda, Hannah R. Watkins, Melissa S. Monson, Christopher L. Anderson, Crystal L. Loving
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-07-01
Series:BMC Veterinary Research
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12917-025-04850-5
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