UMD collaborates to improve pig muscle growth, implications for sustainability and health

(University of Maryland) The University of Maryland received collaborative funding to enhance efficiency of pork production through improved pig muscle growth. Little is known about how the benefits of early life nutrition can be passed from mother to child, and improved muscle growth means a healthier animal, less feed and waste, and a more sustainable pork industry. This work also has future applications beyond the pork industry to optimize human performance and treat wounded service members.
Source: EurekAlert! - Biology - Category: Biology Source Type: news