SPECIAL STORY 46 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE February 2021 All in all, the new generation solution with a high concentration of protected actives had clear effects in the animals, with an improvement of feed digestibility that resulted in an improved performance. WELCOME THE NEW GENERATION OF PLANT-BASED ADDITIVES Since the market of plant extracts emerged 30 years ago, there is now enough evidence and knowledge to understand the effects of these products, as well as the parameters that guarantee the optimal efficacy and best impact on gut health. Nutritionists can now expect solutions based on transparent formulation, that includes well-known but also innovative molecules, from land or marine plants, protected by advanced technology for stable and consistent effect. This 2nd generation of plant-based additives, based on new standard, will now replace the old generation; it represents a great opportunity for formulators and nutritionists to further invest in sustainable technologies, to better address challenges related to gut health and create more value for their customers. % 40 45 50 55 60 Crude ash Calcium Phosphorus a. Mineral digestibility (%) Control S1 NUQO S2 +10% * +7% * +8% * * * * 1,240 1,245 1,250 1,255 1,260 1,265 1,270 1,275 S2 BWG FCR 75 80 85 Crude protein Crude fat Starch Control S1 NUQO S2 40 45 50 Crude ash Egg production Calcium Phosphorus Control S1 NUQO S2 * * * 1,240 1,245 1,250 1,255 1,260 1,265 1,270 1,275 780,0 800,0 820,0 840,0 860,0 Control S1 NUQO S2 Gramms Performance (BWG & FCR, d 1-21) BWG FCR +1,6% Figure 2: The effects of various solutions on performance (BWG, FCR) in broilers of 21 days of age.
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