Fermentation Technology for Animals in Thailand: From Feed to Metabolites
A special issue of Fermentation (ISSN 2311-5637).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2026 | Viewed by 1332
Special Issue Editor
Interests: rumen fermentation; rumen microbiome; rumen manipulation; rumen biotechnology; enteric methane; feed resources and utilization; plant secondary compound
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Dear Colleagues,
Fermentation technology continues to transform animal nutrition by enhancing nutrient availability, improving feed efficiency, and promoting animal health. In Thailand, where agriculture and animal production are deeply integrated, the strategic use of fermentation has gained momentum in converting local feed resources into more digestible, functional, and value-added inputs. These advances support sustainable livestock production and offer opportunities to improve the quality of meat, milk, eggs, and other animal-derived products.
This Special Issue invites original research and review articles addressing the development and application of fermentation technologies in animal nutrition across all species—ruminants, swine, poultry, aquaculture, and companion animals—within the Thai production context. Topics of interest include rumen, cecum, and crop fermentation, microbial dynamics, bioconversion of agricultural residues, and their effects on feed quality, digestibility, and animal performance. Studies exploring fermentation kinetics, nutrient metabolism, and health outcomes are encouraged. We particularly welcome submissions on functional feeds—those that offer benefits beyond basic nutrition, such as modulation of gut health, enhancement of immune function, or reduction in methane and nitrogen emissions. Additionally, research on functional food products derived from animals fed fermented diets is of high relevance, especially in terms of improved nutrient composition or bioactive compound enrichment. The integration of metabolomics and microbial profiling to understand feed–microbe–host interactions will further contribute to precision feeding strategies. This Special Issue aims to highlight Thailand’s innovation in fermentation-based feed solutions, emphasizing sustainable practices, scientific advancement, and cross-sector collaboration in animal agriculture. Contributions from researchers, nutritionists, veterinarians, and feed technologists are all welcome.
Dr. Anusorn Cherdthong
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- fermentation technology
- animal
- ruminants
- feeding
- livestock
- microbial dynamics
- nutrient metabolism
- gut health
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