ISSUE FOCUS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE March 2024 49 housing or antibiotic treatments. Even under optimal conditions, these factors cannot be entirely ruled out, making endotoxin-related health issues an omnipresent threat in modern animal husbandry. IDENTIFYING AND COMBATING ENDOTOXINS Recognizing endotoxin contamination in animals is challenging for livestock farmers. Unlike mycotoxins, endotoxin levels are difficult to measure on the farm. The harmful effects manifest in increased infections, diarrhoea, circulatory disorders, necrosis, pain, poor growth and reduced product quality. Unfortunately, the cause often goes unrecognized, leading to ineffective treatments and misconceptions about alternative solutions like mycotoxin binders. Combatting endotoxins is crucial not only for animal welfare but also for sustainable and resource-efficient food production. ANTA®CATCH: A HOLISTIC SOLUTION To combat endotoxin damage effectively, a multifaceted approach is necessary. Anta®Catch emerges as a game-changing solution that addresses the issue comprehensively. This product, distributed in Europe and Asia, stands out as the first to be specifically developed and optimized for binding endotoxins. Its triple mode of action distinguishes it: reducing endotoxins in the digestive tract, strengthening the intestinal barrier with prebiotic ingredients and countering inflammatory responses with phytogenic substances. A recent trial on a well-managed pig farm showcased the remarkable impact of Anta®Catch. Pigs fed with Anta®Catch exhibited higher weight gains as well as fewer necroses, medicinal treatments and fatalities compared to the control group. The results underscore the product's effectiveness in promoting animal health and preventing the detrimental effects of endotoxins. EXTRA WORKLOAD: HERE COMES THE RESCUE Beyond the direct benefits to animal health, Anta®Catch also addresses the extra workload and frustration caused by endotoxin contamination. Dealing with sick and dead animals consumes valuable time and resources for production workers. By significantly reducing the incidence of necroses, treatments, and fatalities, Anta®Catch not only protects the animals but also contributes to a more efficient and satisfying work environment. RECENTLY CONFIRMED IN UNIVERSITY TRIAL In a recent collaborative trial with a German university, Anta®Catch's efficacy was put to the test. Two groups of 130 piglets each were involved in the experiment. The feed of one group contained no feed additive (control) while the other group's feed contained Anta®Catch. The trial proceeded in three phases, with the Anta®Catch group receiving 2 kg Anta®Catch/t feed in phase 1, reduced to 1 kg Anta®Catch/t feed in phases 2 and 3. Alongside performance parameters, the numbers of ear and tail necroses, treatments and fatalities were recorded. The trial results were impressive. Both groups exhibited high-performance parameters, with a feed conversion rate (FCR) of 1:2.71. In the crucial first fattening phase, the Anta®Catch group showed a
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