NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2025 9 ADM, one of the global leaders in innovative solutions from nature, revealed the new findings from a recent clinical study investigating the effects of Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis CECT 8145 (PRIOME® Metabolic Health or PRIOME® MH) in both probiotic and heat-treated postbiotic forms in adult dogs. The study resulted with significant reduction in postprandial blood glucose (blood sugar) levels observed after eating a normal kibble meal, compared to dogs given placebo, during the weight loss phase. This suggests the potential role of the strain's postbiotic form in supporting metabolic health. Measurements were taken to evaluate several hormones, like GLP-1 and glucagon, which are important for multiple metabolic processes, with differences observed between sexes. This clinical trial contributes to an expanding body of evidence supporting the role of postbiotics in pet health research, paving the way for further innovation in functional pet nutrition. "These results mark an important step in advancing our understanding of the potential for postbiotics in metabolic health for pets, a health area that historically has been underserved by biotic ingredients," said Sophie Nixon, Ph.D., Head of R&D Clinical Research for Pet & Animal Wellbeing at ADM, who oversaw the trial. "With growing interest in functional ingredients for companion animals, our strain PRIOME® MH in its postbiotic form offers exciting capabilities as a dietary supplement to help maintain metabolic health in adult dogs." Read more>> BioMar Group announced a partnership for the manufacture and distribution of aquafeed through Iceland-based Fóðurblandan’s production facility in Reykjavik, marking a significant milestone as BioMar becomes the only global manufacturer with aquafeed production in Iceland. The collaboration combines BioMar’s global expertise in aquafeed manufacturing and nutritional knowledge with Fóðurblandan’s extensive manufacturing and distribution infrastructure and their deep-rooted presence in the Icelandic market. The partnership comes with an upgrading of the production facilities at Fóðurblandan to drive improved quality and performance, along with a distribution centre for the current range of existing BioMar product portfolio, which enables year-round reliable delivery to customers across Iceland, according to the announcement. “This partnership gives us a unique opportunity to deliver locally produced, high-quality aquafeed backed by BioMar’s extensive R&D capabilities,” said Paddy Campbell, VP of BioMar’s Salmon Division. “Fóðurblandan’s experience and strong supply chain infrastructure makes them an ideal partner to support our customers’ ambitions in Iceland”, he continues. To lead this new venture, Mike McLeish has been appointed as Business Unit Director for Iceland. McLeish brings extensive experience in the aquaculture industry, having held senior leadership and business development roles across multiple international markets. Read more>> New study highlights promising effects of ADM’s postbiotic on canine health BioMar strengthens Nordic presence with new partnership Photo: Freepik Shutterstock | 1938816793
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