“Rising Adoption of Functional Feed Additives for Livestock Health”
- The increasing focus on livestock productivity and disease prevention is driving demand for functional feed additives, which enhance nutrient absorption and support gut health
- Farmers are shifting towards probiotic-enriched feed and enzymatic solutions due to their ability to improve digestion, boost immunity, and reduce dependency on antibiotics
- The growing need for sustainable animal nutrition and efficient feed conversion ratios (FCR) is further accelerating the adoption of functional feed additives worldwide
For instance
- In September 2023, the European Commission introduced new guidelines promoting antibiotic-free livestock feed, encouraging the use of probiotics and natural growth enhancers
- In June 2023, Alltech launched a novel enzyme-based additive to enhance nutrient digestibility in poultry and swine
- In April 2022, China’s Ministry of Agriculture reported a 20% rise in the adoption of functional feed additives, particularly in dairy and aquaculture sectors
- As the demand for high-quality animal protein grows, the adoption of functional feed solutions will continue to expand, ensuring better livestock performance, improved feed efficiency, and long-term sustainability in animal farming
