ISSUE FOCUS 38 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE January 2026 This equilibrium supports metabolic efficiency and reduces the energy diverted to immune stress. The systemic benefits of this immune balance are reflected in healthier animals with more stable growth, improved nutrient utilization, and lower variation within flocks or herds. Better villus architecture and fewer intestinal lesions have been consistently observed, indicating enhanced digestive function and a stronger gut barrier. As a result, animals show greater resilience, fewer health events, and improved feed efficiency, all contributing to economic and welfare gains. These mechanisms have been validated in several in vivo studies across poultry, swine, aquaculture, and ruminants, confirming their capacity to mitigate the effects of enteric and pathogen-related challenges. Together, these findings show that defined phytogenic activity can translate into measurable stability and performance in real production systems. SUSTAINABILITY MODEL AND SUPPLY RELIABILITY At Plantae Labs, the biological consistency of Quillaja ingredients is supported by a long-term sustainability program. The company’s reforestation and stewardship initiatives for Quillaja saponaria have established more than 400,000 trees and continue expanding every year. This renewable model ensures a continuous and traceable biomass while protecting native biodiversity. All extraction and quality systems at Plantae Labs are standardized and certified under GMP+ and OMRI Listed, guaranteeing batch-to-batch uniformity and reliable access to markets that demand verified sustainability. The program also stabilizes raw material supply and cost over time, linking environmental responsibility with commercial reliability. BRIDGING PERFORMANCE AND SUSTAINABILITY Achieving sustainable animal production requires more than replacing synthetic additives with natural ones. It depends on ingredients defined by measurable science, reproducible effects, and responsible sourcing. Quillaja saponins represent this new generation of phytogenic solutions, capable of improving health and efficiency while preserving the ecosystems from which they originate. By aligning immune balance, gut condition, and cleaner environments with a renewable supply model, standardized Quillaja ingredients allow producers to pursue performance and sustainability as a single, trackable objective. About Diego González Morgado Diego González Morgado is Regional Business Manager for America & Oceania at Plantae Labs, Chile. He leads technical and commercial strategies for the Animal Health & Nutrition division, driving adoption of Quillaja-based solutions across poultry, swine, and aquaculture markets while supporting sustainable and science-based animal nutrition programs. Photo: Plantae Labs
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