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How to select the best phytase for your feed formulation

In recent years a better understanding of the phytate molecule has lead to the realization that novel phytases have benefits beyond phosphorus release. Phytases have been shown to reduce the anti-nutrient effects of phytate in animal diets by degrading it, thereby, increasing the availability of energy and amino acids and providing the potential for phytases to further reduce the cost of feed.

Mycotoxin Management

Mycotoxin threat found in 2013 North American corn harvest

All of the corn and corn silage samples submitted during the 2013 harvest tested positive for multiple mycotoxins, according to a recent harvest analysis conducted by global animal health and nutrition company Alltech. The Alltech Harvest Analysis North America (HANA) survey tested 101 samples from across the U.S. and Canada and demonstrated the need for producers to implement a mycotoxin management program to monitor the effects of toxins on all species throughout 2014.

Cargill Animal Nutrition Promote feed additives

Cargill Animal Nutrition offers the Promote line of feed additives. The Essential-oils and organic acid-based products are designed to promote growth and gut health in monogastrics.

Korea DDGS imports up over 100 percent on use in swine feed

Korean imports of U.S. distiller's dried grains with solubles (DDGS) have increased more than 100 percent with continued growth potential as Korean nutritionists gain confidence in utilizing DDGS in swine rations. The U.S. Grains Council hosted a webinar the week of November 3 aimed at feed formulators, swine extension specialists and pork producers, giving the council a longer reach into the Korean swine industry and enabling local partners to share information more broadly among industry colleagues.

DSM announces price increases for two products

DSM announced price increases for two of its products, effective immediately.The price of Rovimix Niacin will increase by 8 percent for non-contracted business.

Six questions concerning organic acids

Organic acids have been used extensively for the last decade as a viable alternative to antimicrobial agents now banned in Europe and the rest of the world. Still, despite their widespread use, there are six important questions that many livestock producers continue to pose to technical personnel.

Biomin Mycofix Secure bentonite feed additive

The Biomin Mycofix Secure bentonite feed additive counteracts mycotoxin. The European Union Reference Laboratory approved Mycofix Secure as an aflatoxin-binding product.

AFIA, NGFA file joint feed additive petition comments

The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) and the National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) have filed joint comments to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding Recommendations for Preparation and Submission of Animal Food Additive Petitions. The comments are AFIA and NGFA's recommendation to assist the FDA in providing important information in making informed decisions on the correct ingredient approval path to pursue and to assist the industry in properly submitting a Food Additive Petition (FAP) for animal feed ingredients.

Cargill, Provimi introduce PROMOTE feed additive brand

Cargill Animal Nutrition, through its Provimi business, has introduced PROMOTE, a new global brand and line of feed additives designed to help bring to animal producers, feed manufacturers and retailers innovative and impactful feed-additive solutions. PROMOTE is a significant step forward in Cargill Animal Nutrition's commitment to serve customers as a trusted advisor and source of innovation, said the company.

Formulation & Nutrition

Feed additive company appoints managing director

The Lesaffre Nutrition and Health division announced the appointment of Dr. Frédérique Clusel, DVM and MBA, as managing director of Lesaffre Feed Additives (LFA). She is based at the headquarters in Marcq-en-Baroeul (Lille area), France.

CVM clarifies use of three approved animal drugs in feed

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is explaining how the approved animal drugs melengestrol acetate, monensin and tylosin can be combined in animal feed. Melengestrol acetate-monensin-tylosin and melengestrol acetate-monensin combinations are fed to heifers in confinement for slaughter for several approved indications, as listed in the Code of Federal Regulations.

Animal Feed Regulations & Safety

Dr. Alexandra Weaver joins Alltech Mycotoxin Management Team

Dr. Alexandra Weaver recently joined the Alltech Mycotoxin Management Team as technical sales support for the Northeast United States and Eastern Canada.As technical sales support, Weaver will focus on developing and implementing the Alltech Mycotoxin Management Program for the monogastric industry, as well as interpreting and analyzing mycotoxin reports completed by the 37+ Laboratory.

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