“Rising Adoption of Propionic Acid in Livestock Feed to Improve Animal Health and Productivity”
- Increased demand for high-quality animal protein in Europe has led to growing use of propionic acid in animal feed to prevent microbial spoilage and maintain nutritional integrity
- Propionic acid derivatives such as calcium and sodium propionate are widely used to inhibit mold and bacterial growth, thereby enhancing feed safety and storage life
- In Germany, large commercial poultry and cattle operations are incorporating feed preservatives to ensure consistent growth performance and improve feed conversion ratios
- France is experiencing increased investments in livestock nutrition, with feed manufacturers adopting propionate-based additives to comply with EU safety regulations and improve productivity
- This trend aligns with broader EU goals aimed at strengthening sustainable meat production, improving animal health, and reducing reliance on antibiotics in feed
- For instance, in France, integrated livestock operations are using calcium propionate extensively to preserve feed quality during storage and distribution in humid environments
