As vitamin E and A prices increase due to the recent supply constraints, animal nutrition companies are proposing interim strategies to lower financial stress for end users.
Replacing inorganic trace minerals in feed with an organic variety may help US producers meet regulations, improve nutrient utilization and fertility, says expert.
Trace mineral impact is a central focus of current beef nutrition research at the Iowa State University, said the organizers of that US institute’s upcoming showcase of study priorities.
Feed additive companies are aiming to leverage the scale of the poultry and pig sectors in China with the past few weeks seeing DSM and Zinpro both kick-starting expansion projects on the ground.
US feed maker, Purina Animal Nutrition, has initiated a limited recall of some of its poultry feeds due to the risk associated with their lower than expected vitamin and trace mineral levels.
Despite the use of trace minerals to supplement the diets of ruminants, swine and poultry is a universal practice, the market varies widely in terms of quality, safety, consistency, bioavailability and value to producers.
