Exploring the potential of micro-encapsulated phycogenics
Novel combinations of natural extracts, from plants and seaweeds, offer alternative to growth promoters and support better performance of livestock animals.
The market of plant...
Microalgae as a sustainable and valuable feed ingredient
As a natural food source of protein, vitamins, and minerals, the algae play an important role in both human and animal nutrition. Thanks to...
Seaweed solutions for performance, health & wellbeing
Seaweed in animal feed may be a relatively unknown concept. Scientific studies have already shown its enormous potential and The Seaweed Company has been...
Seaweed polysaccharides as a source of highly effective prebiotic fibre
Among the bioactive compounds highlighted in seaweed, the polysaccharides are of particular interest for their specific prebiotic effect on the gastrointestinal (GI) microbiota. This...
The promising future of animal nutrition in hands of microalgae!
As nature’s “green gold”, microalgae address sustainability & environmental protection challenges.1 The use of microalgae in animal nutrition sector is attracting a fast-growing interest...
Practical use of hand-held NIR to evaluate the quality of incoming...
NIR instruments can be used for several applications within the feed manufacturing process. Sending samples to a laboratory at a different location however can...
A better feed efficiency will drive sustainability
Wasting nutrients is a waste of money. But feed losses also have a direct effect on animal health and performance and makes the diet...
Papaya by-products: Application in aquafeeds
Papaya is a tropical fruit; hence it is readily available throughout the year and economical. The primary by-products of the papaya processing industry include...
Different encapsulation techniques lead to varying levels of nutrient bioavailability
Encapsulated nutrients are gaining popularity and provide consistent, reliable, and cost-effective alternatives to traditional feedstuffs. This trend has led to an influx of encapsulated...
Chelated minerals, complexes and inorganic salts
Feeding a chemically well-defined, stable and highly bioavailable trace mineral source is an important key to optimize the growth potential and animal welfare. True...
