SUSTAINABILITY FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2024 77 lenges inherent in poultry production. Through the utilization of micro-encapsulation technology, NUQO©NEX harnesses the metabolites derived from plants and seaweed, specifically phytogenics and phycogenics, to optimize feed digestibility, bolster gut integrity, and enhance overall animal health. What sets NUQO©NEX apart is its proprietary manufacturing process, based on a true micro-encapsulation, which ensures exceptional stability and concentration of active ingredients, distinguishing it from conventional products available in the market, that are mostly blends of plants with very low stability, need to be used at higher dose and show relative inconsistency. By delivering these active ingredients precisely to the digestive tract, NUQO©NEX consistently fortifies gut morphology, augments digestive secretions, regulates gut microflora, and thereby enhances feed utilization, absorption, and overall gut health. EVALUATING NUQO©NEX'S EFFICACY: RIGOROUS TESTING AND VALIDATION The efficacy of NUQO©NEX has been extensively validated through a series of trials conducted across more than 30 global locations, spanning regions such as Europe, Asia, and the United States. These trials have consistently demonstrated NUQO©NEX’s ability to improve gut health, enhance feed digestibility, and ultimately enhance feed conversion efficiency. In average, during these 30 trials, the technology has consistently shown a reduction of FCR by -1.6%, combined with an increase of BWG. These findings have been further bolstered by scientific publications and positive feedback from customers, underscoring NUQO©NEX's potential to mitigate the environmental impact of poultry production. ASSESSING NUQO©NEX'S ENVIRONMENTAL FOOTPRINT: A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS To comprehensively evaluate NUQO©NEX's environmental footprint, a thorough study was undertaken, encompassing all stages of its production and application. This comprehensive analysis took into account the carbon emissions associated with raw material sourcing, manufacturing processes, packaging, distribution, and waste management. The culmination of these factors yielded a total carbon footprint estimate of 2.882 kg CO2 eq per kilogram of product. In the application phase, NUQO©NEX demonstrated its efficacy in reducing the feed conversion ratio, resulting in a corresponding reduction in
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