IFF introduces microbial product for poultry
IFF has launched a new direct-fed microbial product, Enviva DUO, designed to support gut health in poultry during challenging conditions. The product combines two non-spore-forming bacterial strains aimed at promoting the growth of beneficial gut bacteria, fostering a favorable nutribiotic state — the interaction between nutrition, the microbiome, and gut and immune functions. This is intended to enhance overall bird performance.
Research supporting Enviva DUO highlights its potential to restore microbiome balance and stabilize the intestinal environment, says the developer.
The formulation is designed for efficient use in water distribution systems, ensuring even dispersion without sedimentation, which facilitates consistent delivery to flocks and supports operational efficiency.
Novus teams up with Resilient Biotics
Novus has entered a partnership with North Carolina-based biotech company Resilient Biotics to co-develop a feed product aimed at improving swine respiratory health and supporting immune function.
Resilient Biotics specializes in microbiome-based strategies for animal health.
This collaboration will utilize Resilient Biotics’ proprietary microbiome discovery platform, swine-specific microbial databases, and microbial strain collection. The goal is to identify bacterial strains that enhance respiratory health and bolster immunity in pigs.
According to Chris Belnap, CEO of Resilient Biotics, the partnership seeks to create precision solutions targeting respiratory challenges in swine.
The product is projected to take three years to develop, with extensive testing planned to confirm its effectiveness.
Beneo launches low-glycemic syrup for pet food applications
In response to the growing need for managing pet obesity, Beneo has launched BeneoCarb S, a low-glycemic syrup designed for pet food, particularly semi-moist and moist products, and snacks.
BeneoCarb S is a co-product of the company’s carbohydrate manufacturing process in Offstein, Germany, containing high levels of isomaltulose and trehalulose. These disaccharides are associated with lower glycemic and insulinemic responses, which may help support blood glucose regulation and weight management in pets.
A recent study indicates that isomaltulose, a primary component of BeneoCarb S, reduces post-meal blood glucose spikes in dogs, potentially aiding metabolic health, notes the company.
The ingredient also offers practical benefits, such as low viscosity for ease of processing and the ability to function as a natural alternative to caramel coloring additives, which are set to be banned from pet food by mid-2025, it adds.
Tests on wet pet food products like gravies and jellies have demonstrated BeneoCarb S’s browning properties during retorting, contributing to enhanced color and potentially improving palatability, maintains the firm.
