“Growing Shift Towards Natural and Plant-Based Coccidiosis Control”
- There is a rising preference for plant-based anticoccidials such as essential oils, saponins, and tannins due to their antimicrobial and gut health-enhancing benefits
- Regulatory restrictions on synthetic coccidiostats in regions such as the European Union are accelerating the shift toward natural alternatives
- Consumers are increasingly demanding antibiotic-free and organic meat and milk products, driving interest in herbal feed solutions
- Research investment is growing in phytogenic compounds that support immune function and improve resistance to coccidiosis
- For instance, dairy cooperatives in India introducing neem and turmeric-based feed additives to reduce reliance on ionophores in young calves
