In ruminant animal husbandry (ruminant animals such as cattle, sheep, goats), feed efficiency is directly dependent on the functioning of the digestive system. The content of each unit of feed consumed by animals is as critical as how it is processed in the digestive system. This is where rumen health comes into play.
The rumen is the largest stomach compartment in the digestive system of ruminants and contains a complex microbial ecosystem. The balanced operation of this system allows animals to fully evaluate the feed and feed with higher efficiency. Modulators, live yeasts and inactive yeasts developed to support this complex structure of the rumen are important additive products that facilitate the transformation of feed quality into performance.
WHAT IS THE RUMEN AND HOW DOES IT WORK?
The rumen works like a fermentation chamber. Billions of bacteria, protozoa and fungi live in it. These microorganisms;
- Produce volatile fatty acids by breaking down fibrous feeds,
- Meet the animal's energy needs,
- Contribute to protein and vitamin synthesis.
However, rumen flora can be disrupted in situations such as stress, disease, feed changes, antibiotic use. This disruption makes it difficult to digest feed and causes a decrease in the animal's productivity.
RUMEN MODULATORS: KEEPING THE SYSTEM IN BALANCE
Rumen modulators are special formulations that help maintain the microbial balance in the rumen. They contain buffer substances, herbal extracts, vitamins and, in some cases, live microorganisms.
The main tasks of modulators:
- Keeping rumen pH level balanced
- Reducing the risk of acidosis
- Increasing microbial diversity
- Providing more energy from feed by improving fermentation
These products ensure the healthy functioning of the digestive system, especially in animal groups that consume intensive feed.
LIVE YEAST: ADDS STRENGTH TO RUMEN FLORA
Live yeasts are natural additives that increase the effectiveness of beneficial microorganisms in the rumen. One of the most commonly used species is Saccharomyces cerevisiae. These yeasts multiply rapidly in the rumen, support beneficial bacteria and help suppress harmful microorganisms.
Benefits:
- Reduces rumen acidity
- Improves fermentation
- Supports milk and meat yield
- Strengthens the immune system
INACTIVE YEAST: INTESTINAL HEALTH WITH PREBIOTIC EFFECT
Inactive yeast is obtained from yeasts that are not alive but whose cell structure is intact. This structure supports digestive health by creating a physical barrier against harmful bacteria in the intestines.
Contributions of inactive yeast:
- Binds and neutralizes toxins
- Prevents the binding of harmful bacteria
- Increases feed utilization by balancing the intestinal flora
- Especially during stressful periods (feed change, transportation, vaccination, etc.), inactive yeast support protects the digestive system and reduces performance losses.
WHY IS INCREASING FEED UTILIZATION IMPORTANT?
Feed costs are the biggest expense item in livestock enterprises. However, not every feed taken benefits the animal's body. Feed elements that are not digested, fermented or absorbed from the intestines are a direct economic loss.
With the contribution of rumen support products:
- Higher efficiency can be achieved with less feed,
- The energy and protein obtained from the feed increases,
- The animal's weight gain and milk yield are balanced,
- Intestinal problems are minimized.
THE PLACE OF RUMEN SUPPORTS IN MODERN NUTRITION
Today, animal husbandry is not limited to just giving feed and getting milk. Feeding is now done with an approach based on scientific foundations and understanding the physiology of the animal. Rumen support products are one of the most important parts of this approach.
SUPPORT THE RUMEN, INCREASE PERFORMANCE
It is unrealistic to expect high efficiency from an animal whose rumen flora is not healthy. Therefore, the first step in improving feed quality is to ensure that the system in which this feed will be digested is healthy. Rumen modulators, live and inactive yeasts support producers in maintaining this balance.
Faser Kimya ensures that you get the highest efficiency from your feed with rumen support products developed in accordance with the needs of modern animal husbandry. Healthy digestion means high performance.
