December 9, 2020 (GETZERSDORF, AUSTRIA)
Leading mycotoxin deactivation and animal nutrition company BIOMIN has launched a new mycotoxin and endotoxin deactivation product designed specifically for the fattening period, rounding out the Mycofix portfolio.
“We are always looking for innovative ways to serve the full range of our customers’ needs. With this latest addition to the Mycofix range, we now have a full toolbox of advanced solutions for broiler and finishing pig producers,” said Ursula Hofstetter, Head of Global Product Management for Mycotoxins at BIOMIN.
Effects of mycotoxins on broilers and fatteners
“More of our customers are becoming aware of the effects that mycotoxins can have in fattening animals,” said Hofstetter. “Although fattening animals have shorter lifespans than breeding animals, mycotoxins can still have devastating effects on animals and, consequently, on producers’ profits.”
A variety of mycotoxins are found in broiler and finishing pig feedstuffs at levels below regulatory limits and guidance levels. Even below these limits, mycotoxins can have damaging effect on animal health, welfare and performance.
Mycotoxins target gut integrity and allow the entrance of pathogens in the intestinal track, resulting in decreased nutrient uptake and less weight gain.
“In addition to damaging gut integrity, mycotoxins can disrupt herd and flock uniformity, damage the immune system and contribute to vaccine failure and increase bacterial contamination of carcasses,” said Hofstetter.
In addition, high endotoxin (lipopolysaccharide, or LPS) loads in an animal’s gastrointestinal tract contribute to inflammation, effectively wasting energy that would otherwise go towards growth.
Tailored protection
Because of the impacts of varying levels and combinations of mycotoxins, BIOMIN offers a complete mycotoxin risk management toolbox under the Mycofix umbrella, proven to deliver return on investment in commercial operations.
“It’s important for products to be targeted to the animal and its stage of life as well as the specific types of mycotoxins present,” said Hofstetter. “We pride ourselves in helping our customers determine the level and type of mycotoxin threat faced by their animals and helping them choose the right scientifically-sound solution based on their unique needs.”
The Mycofix line utilizes three mechanisms —adsorption, biotransformation and bioprotection— to guard against the harmful effects of mycotoxins as well as endotoxins. The newly launched Mycofix PRO-tect joins Mycofix Select, Mycofix Focus as the solutions best adapted to fattening animals.
The Mycofix product line constitutes the only mycotoxin risk management solution backed by 6 EU authorizations, ensuring the components are both safe and effective.
Supporting animals and profits
BIOMIN representatives and technical experts take care to provide recommendations based on individualized assessments, matching the correct Mycofix solution—including both product and dosage—to the challenge on a producer’s site. This ensures the best outcome for the animals, and the best return on investment for the producer.
“At the end of the day, we’re not just supporting the well-being of animals, we’re supporting the well-being of our customers, too,” said Hofstetter. “We’re proud that we’re able to offer Mycofix products, science-backed solutions that offer absolute protection against mycotoxins and endotoxins, that benefit both animals and producers.”
Additional information
• Evaluating the Cost of Mycotoxin Risk management in the Current Pig Market
• Why Mycotoxins Matter in Broiler Production
This news item is relevant to poultry, swine and ruminants.
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