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Yea-Sacc®

Submitted by aeadmin on Tue, 01/02/2018 - 19:03

Yea-Sacc® is a yeast culture based on Saccharomyces cerevisiae strain 1026, a strain specifically selected for its influence on animal performance. With a low inclusion rate and a large body of research clarifying its performance responses, it is ideal for beef, dairy, calf and equine feeds. Yea-Sacc provides the nutritional platform needed to sustain higher milk production, maintain condition in high producers, and enhance digestibility. More than 35 years of research allows Alltech to provide the most consistent product possible.

  • Promotes digestion and utilization of nutrients
  • Provides the right nutritional platform needed to:
    - Sustain higher milk production.
    - Maintain condition in high producers.
  • Reduces fluctuation in pH and keeps rumen microbes steadily active, which speeds feed digestion and rumen turnover, allowing greater intake
  • Promotes the growth of fiber-digesting bacteria in the rumen, thereby supporting the rate and extent of forage breakdown.
  • Stimulates activity of the bacteria that convert lactic acid to propionic acid.
  • Promotes rumen stability, avoiding the wide variations in rumen pH that interfere with fiber digestion and feed intake.
  • Provides consistent and highly cost-effective returns through greater performance.
  • Demonstrates how technologies supported by constant research can help move the industry forward and meet the challenges of animal production through the provision of nutritional solution.

Yea-Sacc provides the nutritional platform needed to:

  • Sustain higher milk production.
  • Maintain condition in high producers.
  • Enhance digestibility.
  • Promote the digestion and utilization of nutrients.
  • Boost protein supply.

Yea-Sacc for dairy cows

Yea-Sacc promotes enhanced rumen through improved ration digestibility and the stabilization of rumen pH. This allows for increased milk production in a more efficient manner without compromising the body condition and fertility of the dairy cow.

Yea-Sacc for beef

Yea-Sacc promotes the enhanced digestion of the animal's total ration by supporting fiber digestion and the stabilization of rumen pH. This allows for increase average daily gain, produced in a more efficient manner for more profitable production.

Yea-Sacc for equine

Yea-Sacc promotes greater digestion of fiber, enhancing the uptake of energy.

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The world's largest yeast fermentation plant for animal and crop nutrition

Yeast processing is the basis of Alltech solutions. São Pedro do Ivaí is home to Alltech’s yeast fermentation plant, the largest one in the world! At this facility we produce more than 150 products, transforming raw materials into solutions to improve animal and plant performance. The entire manufacturing process goes through a rigorous quality control system, allowing Alltech to have international certifications to export to more than 100 countries.

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Sel-Plex®

Submitted by aeadmin on Tue, 01/02/2018 - 19:03

A Superior Source of Organic Selenium

Evidence from over the last 20 years indicates that the form of dietary selenium is key to its efficiency. This has led to an industry-wide shift toward safer, organic forms of selenium and a move away from the traditional inorganic form of sodium selenite. Selenite’s high toxicity, pro-oxidant properties and bioavailability have caused the industry to question its use.

Sel-Plex® is Alltech’s proprietary organic form of selenium yeast. It is an excellent dietary source of selenium and is manufactured to mimic Mother Nature. The selenium from Sel-Plex is safer and better able to meet the higher requirements of livestock raised for rapid growth, reproductive performance and health.


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Sel-Plex:

• Is an excellent/superior source of selenium.
• Is Alltech’s proprietary organic form of selenium yeast manufactured to mimic nature.
• Is the only U.S. Food and Drug Administration-reviewed and the first European Union-approved form of organic selenium.
• Supported by more than 19 years of research, Sel-Plex is also the most researched and proven form of organic selenium.
• The selenium in Sel-Plex is in the same form naturally present in plants.
• Sel-Plex selenium is more digestible than inorganic forms.
• Allows animals to build nutrient reserves against periods of increased demand.
• Has higher bioavailability than inorganic sources.
• Requires lower levels of inclusion than inorganic sources to achieve the same results.
• The selenium in Sel-Plex is better absorbed, stored and utilized by the animal than inorganic selenium.
• Supports mineral retention.
• Optimizes animal performance.
• Helps maintain the body’s defense system.
• Boosts selenium status reliably and safely.
• Is better able to meet the higher nutrient needs of modern livestock raised for rapid growth, maximum reproductive performance and animal health.

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Organic trace minerals for dairy cattle

The average dairy cow is not meeting her genetic potential. Reaching genetic potential begins with feeding dairy cows correctly at every life stage, including before birth. Including a selenium supplement in the diet is crucial for the profitability of the herd. Selenium deficiency in dairy cows is related to various diseases, along with decreased productive and reproductive performance.

Benefits of organic selenium in dairy cows:

  • Supports metabolic processes
  • Supports reproductive health and herd longevity
  • Acts as an antioxidant
  • Protects the integrity of tissues
  • Protects muscles from degeneration
  • Supports against infection
  • Supports fertility/conception rates

Contact an Alltech representative for more information.

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Organic trace minerals for beef cattle

Most of the world’s agricultural areas are in regions where feed and forages have suboptimal selenium levels. Selenium deficiency in beef cattle can cause serious issues, including hoof health, respiratory, disease and mastitis challenges, which can affect overall profitability.

Benefits of organic selenium in beef cattle:

  • Supports antioxidant status
  • Supports normal reproductive function
  • Supports meat quality and nutritional value of meat
  • Promotes proper reproductive health
  • Promotes disease defense
  • Improves response to respiratory and disease challenges

Contact an Alltech representative for more information.

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Organic trace minerals for poultry

Selenium deficiency in poultry diets can lead to several adverse effects, such as poor feathering, reduced egg production, suppressed immunity and diseases that can cause significant profit losses for a poultry operation. Sel-Plex, an organic selenium yeast, better meets the needs of modern-day birds and has a practical impact on poultry health and performance.

Benefits of organic selenium in poultry:

  • Chick health
  • Feather quality
  • Healthy antioxidant status
  • Eggshell quality (increased freshness and thickness)
  • Egg production
  • Nutritional value of meat
  • Reproduction
  • Maintenance of the body’s defense system

Contact an Alltech representative for more information.

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Organic trace minerals for pigs

Selenium deficiency in pigs can cause slower growth rates, diseases and even death among young piglets. Selenium toxicity in pigs (an excess of selenium) has been known to interfere with the absorption and utilization of other essential trace minerals, such as zinc. Sel-Plex is an organic selenium yeast, proven to enhance performance by providing selenium in a form naturally present in plants and more digestible than inorganic forms.

Benefits of organic selenium in pigs:

  • Supports reproductive health and sow longevity
  • Promotes piglet viability
  • Optimizes immune response and antioxidant status
  • Improves meat quality and the nutritional value of meat
  • Has improved FCR, ADG and carcass weight

Contact an Alltech representative for more information.

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Organic trace minerals for aquaculture

Selenium deficiency in aquaculture diets can lead to several adverse effects, such as poor growth rate, decreased performance, suppressed immunity and diseases that can lead to significant profit losses. Sel-Plex, an organic selenium yeast, delivers a superior source of selenium with the benefits of antioxidants. Hence, there is great potential to increase the efficiency of fish and shrimp production through selenium nutrition.

Benefits of organic selenium in salmon:

  • Improves meat quality
  • Improved pigmentation
  • Higher growth rate
  • Reduced filet gaping
  • Increased selenium muscle content

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Benefits of organic selenium in tilapia:

Tilapia for breeding:

  • Improves performance of progeny
  • Improves feed conversion ratio (FCR)
  • Higher fry survival %
  • Higher weight gain

Tilapia for harvest:

  • Higher weight gain
  • Higher length gain
  • Improved FCR

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Benefits of organic selenium in shrimp:

  • Supports growth
  • Optimized immune performance
  • Increased plasma protein levels
  • Increased blood cell levels
  • Higher selenium muscle content

Contact an Alltech representative for more information.

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Organic trace minerals for equine

Selenium deficiency in equine can cause problems such as impaired muscle function, heart health, immune function, growth and energy levels in your horse. Selenium toxicity in horses (an excess of selenium) has been known to interfere with appetite and digestion, muscle weakness and fever, among other risks. Sel-Plex is an organic selenium yeast, proven to enhance performance by providing selenium in a form naturally present in plants and more digestible than inorganic forms.

Benefits of organic selenium in equine:

  • Colostrum quality and efficient transfer of selenium from mare to foal
  • Nutritional status of the foal
  • Normal reproductive function
  • Exercise tolerance
  • Performance of recreational horses
  • Nutritional value of horse feeds and supplements

Contact an Alltech representative for more information.

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As we demand more from our animals, we must demand more from our minerals

Selenium is involved in numerous important systems within the body, including antioxidant defense, reproduction and immune function. Through the use of Sel-Plex, we are able to boost the selenium status of livestock animals reliably and safely, allowing the buildup of nutrient reserves for periods of increased antioxidant demand and stress without risking toxicity.

Improved nutritional value of food products

Like animals, people often do not get enough selenium in their diets. Functional or enriched foods offer consumers a way to get the most from their diets.

Sel-Plex is proven to improve the performance and efficiency of food-producing animals and naturally enhance the nutritional value of meat, milk and eggs.

In 2009, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) recognized several human health claims for Sel-Plex-enriched meat, eggs and milk.

Proven

Sel-Plex was the first FDA- reviewed form of organic selenium and was the first strain- specific form to be EU-approved for all species.

Traceable

Sel-Plex is manufactured, packaged and sold by Alltech, which uses highly controlled manufacturing processes and quality control methods. 

Research

Supported by more than 30 years of research, Sel-Plex is the most studied and proven form of organic selenium available.

Bioavailability

The selenium in Sel-Plex is better absorbed, stored and utilized by the animal when compared with inorganic selenium, helping boost the body’s defense system. 

Complete

Sel-Plex is designed to completely replace all supplementary organic and inorganic selenium sources in the diet. 

 


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De-Odorase®

Submitted by aeadmin on Tue, 01/02/2018 - 19:02

A healthier environment for animals, farmers and communities

Animal rearing and organic waste processing are associated with odor emissions, which often impact the environmental health and quality of life both within and beyond the facilities.

Ammonia is one of the main odorous compounds found in the polluted air discharged from animal farms or compost bioreactors. The emission of ammonia is a natural process produced by the anaerobic decomposition of animal waste. However, chronic exposure may lead to respiratory stress and illnesses, especially in a confined environment.

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De-Odorase:

  • Maintains respiratory health.
  • Improves feed efficiency.
  • Supports growth and performance.
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De-Odorase® aids in reducing ammonia emissions for beef cattle, dairy cows, poultry, pigs, horses and sheep.

De-Odorase® is a unique, natural product that helps control ammonia levels, manure odors and other harmful gasses associated with animal waste decomposition. Formulated from proprietary extracts of the Yucca schidigera plant, it creates a healthier environment for animals, farmers and communities.

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Our yucca plant harvest management system allows us to sustainably ensure the long-term continuity of the Yucca schidigera species.

From seed selection and planting to care, cutting and reforestation, each step in this process is important to ensure a sustainable production and minimal environmental impact.

To ensure the quality and traceability of our final product, we continuously carry out internal and external audits, and we are proudly certified by the International Organization for Standardization with ISO:9002.

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Trials have shown that utilizing De-Odorase as a feed additive offers the best performance in terms of ammonia control and manure management. Begin adding De-Odorase to the feed when animals enter the farm facility, and for best results, continue to include it until production ends. Direct litter application can be useful for separate ammonia control or in addition to feed inclusion.

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The yucca components found in De-Odorase are remarkably heat-stable and will not break down unless exposed to heat for long periods of time. De-Odorase can be safely pelleted or extruded with no adverse effects on activity. This makes De-Odorase a safe additive for inclusion in nearly any feed product.

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De-Odorase is produced with the strictest quality control standards to ensure product consistency. Our B50 analysis helps determine product efficacy. Additionally, maintaining our ISO:9002 certification involves adhering to international standards for the highest-quality production practices in each step of the production process.

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Bioplex®

Submitted by aeadmin on Tue, 01/02/2018 - 19:02

Bioplex® offers a range of trace minerals that provide mineral nutrition in a form as close to nature as possible. Bioplex minerals are trace minerals that are bound to amino acids and a range of peptides. They are easily absorbed and readily metabolized, optimizing animal performance. Bioplex trace minerals (zinc, manganese, copper, iron and cobalt*) are co-factors in enzymes critical to the animal’s defense system, growth and reproduction.

Trace mineral nutrition is key to maintaining health and animal food product quality. The Alltech Q+ (Quality Plus) program, the mineral quality control program unique to Bioplex trace minerals, guarantees quality, safety and performance in every batch. Alltech Q+ sets the industry standard, enabling Alltech to offer a global quality guarantee to customers using Bioplex trace minerals in more than 85 countries around the world.

Bioplex is part of the Alltech® Mineral Management program, which demonstrates that modern management of mineral nutrition can be achieved through the inclusion of trace minerals in the forms of Bioplex and Sel-Plex® while maintaining performance. This innovation is referred to as Total Replacement Technology ™ (TRT).

Bioplex:

  • Offers higher bioavailability than inorganic minerals.
  • Reduces concerns about negative mineral interactions.
  • Supports mineral retention and tissue reserves.
  • Reinforces mineral status, which leads to optimal overall health, immune status and reproductive function in the animal.
  • Is readily absorbed, stored and utilized by the animal.
  • Is supported by more than 21 years of research

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Bio-Mos®

Submitted by aeadmin on Tue, 01/02/2018 - 19:02

Bio-Mos® plays a critical role in animal nutrition and production. A unique product derived from a selected strain of Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast using a proprietary process developed by Alltech, Bio-Mos is incorporated into animal diets to support overall animal performance, effective during all phases of growth.

Bio-Mos:

  • Is derived from a selected strain of Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast using a proprietary process developed by Alltech.
  • Supports overall animal performance.
  • Has a market presence of over 20 years and is supported by over 734 trials and 114 peer-reviewed publications.

All species

  • Enhances feed efficiency
  • Contributes to immune system development
  • Stimulates the natural defenses of the organism
  • Reinforces the function of the digestive system
  • Contributes to meat, egg and milk marketability

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ACID-PAK 4-WAY 2X®

Submitted by aeadmin on Tue, 01/02/2018 - 19:02

Acid-Pak 4-Way® is a unique combination of buffered acidifiers, lactic acid-producing bacteria, enzymes and electrolytes designed for pigs and poultry. Adding it to drinking water or completed feed is an effective approach to acidification, especially when intake is low or variable.

It is designed to help equip pigs and birds with the best foundation for healthy growth and build natural defenses.

Benefits of acidifiers for pigs and poultry:

  • Maintains optimum pH and water balance
  • Supports enzyme activity and activates protein, starch and fiber digestion
  • Maintains optimum conditions for digestion in the stomach and small intestine
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Allzyme® SSF

Submitted by aeadmin on Tue, 01/02/2018 - 19:02
 

Maximizing feed efficiency by targeting different substrates in the diet.

The pressure to reduce feed costs and the continuous effort to gain a better understanding of available feed ingredients and their anti-nutritional factors are the biggest challenges the livestock industry currently faces.  

With that in mind, producers around the world are making a concerted effort to lower the cost of production and maximize feed efficiency based on nutritional and economic factors (which often vary) while maintaining animal welfare and using sustainable approaches to meet demands.


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Benefits of Allzyme SSF

A unique feed enzyme for animal nutrition that supports efficiency by targeting different substrates in the animal diet. For use in diverse species, including poultry, pigs and aqua.

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Promotes nutrient release

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Optimizes feed digestion

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Reduces environmental impact

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Developed through solid state fermentation (SSF), the Allzyme® SSF multi-enzymatic solution is derived from a select strain of (non-GMO) Aspergillus niger, which adds flexibility to the diet by targeting different substrates while enhancing nutrient utilization.

Allzyme® SSF allows for flexible feed formulation through the inclusion of byproducts and alternative raw materials and by reducing the density of the diet. It also promotes nutrient release — including the release of amino acids, energy, calcium and phosphorus — and optimizes feed digestibility while supporting a healthy animal digestive system and bringing cost-efficiency to the operation. 

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Actigen®

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Actigen® is a second-generation, unique bioactive product derived from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, selected by Alltech and isolated to create a more effective product. Actigen was developed to be a traceable form of yeast carbohydrate for beef cattle, dairy cows, poultry, pigs, aqua, pet and equine.

Features and benefits:

  • Supports overall health and performance
  • Aids in nutrient utilization

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Pig producers and the U.S. Veterinary Feed Directive

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The countdown to 2017 began for many producers back in 2015 when it was announced that new regulations limiting the use of antibiotics, called the Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD), would go into effect Jan. 1, 2017. Since then, many questions have been top of mind for producers and feed suppliers: Do I need a VFD for my feed? Is there anything I need to change? How do I get prepared for the new regulations? Dr. Chris Rademacher, senior clinician at Iowa State University, explored these questions and more in the webinar “The VFD. What does it mean for me?”

“One of my jobs in extension is to work with and educate how producers get programs implemented,” said Rademacher when opening the webinar. “This is probably one of the bigger ones we have had from a regulatory standpoint in my 20 years in professional practice…the focus now is to help get producers, veterinarians and feed suppliers ready for these new regulations.”

In the webinar, Rademacher covered the following topics:

  • What exactly the Veterinary Feed Directive means
  • What changes will have to occur with your feed company
  • A list of antibiotics that this new regulation affects
  • The necessary actions that producers will need to take as a result of this new regulation

Rademacher emphasized that in order to make sure we get things done right, producers need to be having these conversations with their veterinarians right now. To learn more, click the link below and view the webinar.

http://go.alltech.com/vfd-webinar-signup-pig

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Pig Barns Prep for PEDv This Winter

Submitted by eivantsova on Fri, 12/05/2014 - 10:33

As I woke up this morning to a typical South Dakota December chill and a temperature of minus three degrees Fahrenheit, I felt a bit relieved to be heading into the office today and not out to the barn as America’s farmers admirably do day in and day out, no matter what the weather may bring.

The cold temperatures also brought to mind memories of what last year’s Old Man Winter blew into our swine barns… PEDv. With the absence of heat and dry conditions to keep the virus at bay, the disease spread through barns across 31 states.

Even with a renewed focus on biosecurity measures and nutritional management, Jack Frost can bring some additional challenges that producers need to be aware of in order to protect their pigs. Here are five production areas that swine producers should concentrate on this season for optimal security:

  1. Herd flow – With potential risks for re-infection or spreading of the virus, it is essential to make sure there are proper check points for identifying infected animals and separating them from the rest of the herd. Conduct proper observance of the quarantine of replacement breeding stock with test and release procedures.
  2. Cleanliness – Severe cold temperatures make it extremely difficult to wash, clean and disinfect. Ensure all areas are completely clean and dry before exposing them to new pigs.
  3. Transportation – Animals coming in and going out are at risk for exposure by the transportation vehicles the operation is using. Guarantee their rides are completely clean and are from trusted sources that understand your biosecurity protocols.
  4. Employees – Examine foot traffic and implement proper bioesecurity measures for employees to reduce risk as employees can often work in different barns and, in some cases, for different producers. Reduce/restrict points of entry to breeding facilities.

Nutrition – Animal performance is often dependent on feed quality and the performance of the feed itself. Include technologies in the feed that reduce the risk of pathogens and build immunity.

Ask our experts about PEDv and learn more here [+]

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