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# products_product

name: MiaBond 360
slug: mia-bond-360
image: products/MiaBond360.jpg
packaging_options: 20 kg bag
description:
  <p>To control various myco- and endotoxins with different chemical structural properties, MiaBond 360 combines 3 different modes of action to optimize the toxin risk management for your animals: Adsorption, Biotransformation, Cell protection</p>

nutritional_benefits:
  <ul> <li>Approved for a wide spectrum of mycotoxins</li> <li>Biotransformation of less polar mycotoxins, like DON and FUM</li> <li>EU-registered and approved bentonite (1m558)</li> <li>Binding of endotoxins</li><li>Protection of livestock performance</li> </ul>


name: MiaBond BP
slug: mia-bond-bp
image: products/MiaBondBP.jpg
packaging_options: 20 kg bag
description:
  <p>MiaBond BP is a specific combination of the bentonite basedmycotoxin binder and a mixture of 100 % natural antioxidants. AdsorptionCell Protection.</p>

nutritional_benefits:
  <ul> <li>Highest efficacy in aflatoxin management (feed safety)</li> <li>Binding of endotoxins</li> <li>Stimulates appetite and feed intake</li> <li>Protection of livestock performance</li> <li>Supports the defence mechansim of the immune system</li></ul>


name: Miarom Classic L
slug: miarom-classic-l
image: products/miavit-miarom-classic-l.jpg
nutritional_benefits: <ul> <li>Cooling effect</li> <li>Naturally healthy</li> <li>Supporting respiration</li> </ul>
packaging_options: <ul> <li>1 l bottle </li><li>5 l canister</li></ul>
description:
  <p>Miarom Classic L is a liquid complementary feed supplement which comprises a special combination of various essential oils. Its long-lasting benefits are obtained from a synergistic, standardised combination of essential oils from thyme, anise, peppermint and eucalyptus, among others. On farm level, administration is easy and flexible thanks to the drinking water application.</p>


name: Miarom Intest L
slug: miarom-lntest-l
image: products/miarom-intest-l-gebinde-website.jpg
packaging_options:
  <ul>
  <li>5 l canister</li>
  <li>1 l bottle</li>
  </ul>

description:
  <p>Miarom Intest L is a liquid complementary feed that provides a specific combination of diverse phytogenics including the active components of caraway, star anise, chamomile, ginger, cinnamon and oregano. The unique combination of Miarom Intest L is a perfect synergism of beneficial herbs that ensures the health of the intestine through prevention and in case of intestinal health challenges.</p>

nutritional_benefits:
  <ul> <li>Stabilizes the intestinal micronials</li> 
  <li>Promotes the secretion of digestive enzymes</li> 
  <li>Stimulates appetite and feed intake</li> 
  <li>Provides higher performance </li>
  <li>profitable production</li> 
  </ul>


name: MiaKick
slug: mia-kick
image: products/miavit-miakick.jpg
packaging_options: 250 ml bottle
description:
  <p>MiaKick is a liquid complementary feed supplement for piglets that is given as an additional energy supply. This unique starter complex contains readily available energy, medium-chain fatty acids, probiotics, vitamins and egg powder to ensure that piglets get a kick start in life. Direct oral application is easy and flexible thanks to the handy bottle with metering device.</p>

nutritional_benefits:
  <ul> <li>Rapidly available energy source</li> <li>The starter complex promotes long-term vitality</li> <li>Quick and easy to apply</li>  </ul>


name: Livervital
slug: livervital
image: products/miavit-livervital.jpg
packaging_options: <ul> <li>1 l bottle</li> <li>5 l canister</li> </ul>
description:
  <p>Livervital is a liquid complementary feed supplement for poultry for additional temporary vitamin supply and for liver vitality. The special combination of selected ingredients supports an effective liver protection and its regeneration. On farm level, administration is easy and flexible thanks to the drinking water application.</p>

nutritional_benefits:
  <ul> <li>Fatty liver hemorrhagic syndrome in layers</li> <li>Fatty liver kidney syndrome in young birds</li> <li> Support enterohepatic  circulation</li> <li>Oxidative protection</li> <li>Mycotoxins protecrion</li> <li>Additional temporary vitamins supply for liver vitality</li> </ul>


name: MiaPhos
slug: mia-phos
image: products/miavit-miaphos.jpg
packaging_options: <ul> <li>1 l bottle</li> <li>5 l canister </li> </ul>
description:
  <p>MiaPhos is a liquid complementary feed supplement for poultry for additional temporary mineral supply. The special combination of selected ingredients supports the mineralisation of bones and eggshell due to phosphorus, calcium and trace elements. On farm level, administration is easy and flexible thanks to the drinking water application.</p>

nutritional_benefits:
  <ul> <li>Mineralization and strengthening of skeleton</li> <li>Solid basis for good fattening and laying performance </li> <li>Improves Egg and shell quality </li> <li>Improves Feed conversion Ratio</li> <li>Enhance water Hygiene </li> </ul>


name: AmiVit GOLD
slug: amivit-gold
image: products/miavit-gebinde-amivit-flasche-1l-kanister-5l.png
packaging_options: <ul> <li>1 l bottle</li> <li>5 l canister</li> </ul>
description:
  <p>AmiVit GOLD is a liquid complementary feed providing poultry with additional amino acids, vitamins, electrolytes, and butyric acid for reaching the 7-day weight: for a perfect start into production. The well-balanced ingredients promote villi growth for improved nutrient absorption and optimal feed conversion, supporting protein and energy metabolism from the start. On farm level, administration is easy and flexible thanks to the drinking water application.</p>

nutritional_benefits:
  <ul> <li>Ideal chick start</li> <li>Electrolytes to avoid dehydration</li> <li>Quick Recovery from stress situation</li> <li>Support the protein and energy metabolism</li> <li>Additional amino acids and vitamins </li> <li>Assist in development of immune systems</li>  </ul>


name: MiaFirstAid P
slug: miavit-miafirst-aid-p
image: products/MiaFirstAidP.jpg
packaging_options: <ul> <li>100 g sachet</li> <li> 2 kg bucket</li></ul>
description:
  <p>MiaFirstAid P is a watersoluble dietary complementary feed supplement for calves to stabilise the physiological digestion, fluid retention and electrolyte metabolism. The tannins and other special, indigestible plant fibers counteract digestive disorders. The watersoluble formulation dissolves rapidly in water and milk and is well accepted for voluntary consumption.</p>

nutritional_benefits:
  <ul> <li>Rapid regulation of digestive disorders</li> <li>Restoration of electrolyte balance</li> <li>Stimulates appetite and feed intake</li> <li>Animals retain a healthy appetite</li>  <li>Good acceptance, easy metering, no separation in the bucket</li></ul>


name: MiaCowStart P
slug: miacowstart-p
image: products/miavit-miacowstart-p.jpg
packaging_options: 1 kg sachet
description:
  <p>MiaCowStart P is a highly palatable post-calving watersoluble feed supplement for cows that promotes an optimal, problem-free start to lactation. Selected flavourings support a rapid and increased intake of water thus replenishment of the energy and electrolyte reserves. The watersoluble formulation dissolves rapidly in water and is well accepted for voluntary consumption.</p>

nutritional_benefits:
  <ul> <li>Increased water intake after calving</li> <li>Faster placenta expulsion</li> <li>Increased milk production</li>  </ul>


name: Lacto Acidophilus
slug: lacto-acidophilus
image: products/LactoAcidophilus.jpg
packaging_options: 20kg bag
description:
  <p>Lacto Acidophilus is a product for the development and stabilization of the microbiota of laying hens and broilers.<br>Intestinal health is the basis for well-being and good performance of laying hens. However, due to different stress factors such as vaccination, transfer from the rearing to the production facility and medical treatment, the equilibrium of the intestinal microbiota can be disturbed. The composition and establishment of a balanced and healthy intestinal flora is particularly important to maintain good performance and productivity in layers.</p>

nutritional_benefits:
  <ul> <li>Lacto Acidophilus for a balanced intestinal microbiota and intestinal health</li> <li>For establishment and reestablishement of positive intestinal bacteria</li> <li>Competitive exclusion of undesired bacteria such as E. Coli</li>  </ul>


name: MiaFirstAid L
slug: miavit-miafirst-aid-l
image: products/miavit-miafirst-aid-l.jpg
packaging_options: 250 ml bottle
description:
  <p>MiaFirstAid L is a liquid dietary feed supplement for piglets to stabilize both the fluid and electrolyte metabolism and physiological digestion. The combination of flavorings and tannins have an astringent effect on the intestines. The natural plant compounds have an appetite boosting effect. Direct oral application is easy and flexible thanks to the handy bottle with metering device.</p>

nutritional_benefits:
  <ul>
  <li>Rapid regulation of digestive disorders</li>
  <li>A single dose is sufficient for gut stability</li>
  <li>Quick and easy to apply</li>
  </ul>


# blog_blogpost

title: MiaHeatProtection
created_at: 2025-03-07 21:46:49.691802
source_url: https://example.com/cows-in-farming
slug: miaheatprotection
updated_at: 2025-05-01 12:38:06.067378
image: blog_images/MiaHeatProtection-pig.jpg
content:
  <h3>Always stay cool</h3>
  <p><strong>MiaHeatProtection a nutritional solution</strong></p>
  <p>Did you know that poultry and pigs can not sweat? For heat dissipation they rely on panting and pigs also over the snout for thermal regulation.</p>
  <p>Due to climate change, hot periods occur more unexpectedly and more intensively. Heat stress in animals increases body temperature and respiratory rate while also decreasing blood-pH and levels of sodium, potassium and bicarbonate in the blood. MiaHeatProtection provides the tailor-made nutritive solution to help your livestock thermoregulate. In addition to sodium, potassium and bicarbonate, vitamin C and other natural antioxidants are supplied for cell protection, as well as betaine to minimize water loss in animals. For additional support, MiaHeatProtection contains selected essential oils that have a cooling effect on the animal.</p>
  <p><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://miavit.com/images/news/.resized/550-244/miaheatprotection-en.jpg" alt="MiaHEatProtection en" width="338" height="150" loading="lazy"></p>
  <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://miavit.com/images/news/Daily-gains_pigs.jpg" alt="Daily gains pigs" width="372" height="209" loading="lazy"></p>
  <p style="text-align: center;"><a class="wf_file" href="https://miavit.com/images/pdf-dateien/Miavit-rot_Produktflyer_2-Seiter_MiaHeatProtection_08-20_en.pdf">Download product flyer here!</a></p>


title: Essential Oils
created_at: 2025-03-07 21:46:49.914313
source_url: https://example.com/free-range-chickens
slug: essential-oils
updated_at: 2025-05-01 12:37:06.290995
image: blog_images/essential-oils-gr.jpg
content:
  <h3>When quality matters</h3>
  <p><strong>The use of phytogenics in animal nutrition has increased exponentially over the past few years.</strong></p>
  <p>Phytogenics, which are derived from herbs, spices or other plants, are a group of natural growth promoters or non-antibiotic growth promoters used as feed additives.</p>
  <p>Feed Laws and restrictions on using antibiotics in many countries have accentuated the use of these compounds in feed and water, as they are highly effective in terms of animal health.</p>
  <p>However: how much do we really know about the phytogenics we give to livestock?</p>
  <p>First of all, we need to identify the different groups of phytogenics. They can be classified according to the active ingredients they contain (flavonoids, tannins, saponins), the part of the plant they originate from, or the process by which they are extracted from the plant of origin.</p>
  <p>Following classification, we can then identify the essential oils in a group of phytogenics through distillation by using their high fat solubility properties. It&rsquo;s important to remember here that not all the essential oils extracted from a certain plant are the same.</p>
  <p>Firstly, we have to be aware that these essential oils are composed of different flavouring compounds. To find out the purity of an essential oil, we have to distill it to determine the purity of flavouring compounds of the mixture. Secondly, these compounds may vary depending on the location of the plant, the harvesting season, or other external factors like the weather during growth of the plant or the exposure to insects, bacteria or fungi. So, why does this happen? Plants produce substances to protect themselves against environmental factors, such as heat, cold, humidity, drought, and pathogens. Depending on these environmental conditions, the substances that a plant produces may vary. This is called phytogenic polymorphism.</p>
  <p>Due to this phytogenic polymorphism, it is important to carry out an exhaustive analysis on the raw materials used in a certain product, as the concentration of compounds may vary and there are some compounds that are fundamental for the action of an essential oil. Various lab methods can be used to separate an essential oil into its different compounds, following which we can determine the active compounds for each essential oil. MIAVIT only accepts essential oils with a certain concentration of active compounds. This allows us to guarantee the quality of our finished products.</p>
  <p>MIAVIT is currently presenting a new product, Miarom Intest, in two different versions (<a href="https://miavit.com/animal-nutrition/products/miarom-intest-l">liquid</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://miavit.com/animal-nutrition/products/miarom-intest-c">coated</a>). Miarom Intest is based on various essential oils, including caraway, anise, chamomile, ginger cinnamon and oregano.</p>
  <p>&nbsp;<img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://miavit.com/images/news/essential-oils-gr.jpg" alt="toxinbinder 1100x505 small" width="333" height="153" loading="lazy"></p>


title: MiaBond 360 degree protection
created_at: 2025-03-07 21:47:15.505561
source_url: https://example.com/free-range-chickens
slug: miabond-360-protection
updated_at: 2025-05-01 12:39:23.495666
image: blog_images/MiaBond360-gr.jpg
content:
  <h3>360-degree protection</h3>
  <p><strong>At least 25% of food crops globally are contaminated by different mycotoxins.</strong></p>
  <p>Among all existing mycotoxins, few of them are the high risk for Livestock industry:</p>
  <ul>
  <li>Aflatoxin (AFL)</li>
  <li>Ochratoxin (OTA)</li>
  <li>Zearalenon (ZEN)</li>
  <li>Fumonisin (FUM)</li>
  <li>Trichothecene (Deoxynivalenol (DON), T2)</li>
  </ul>
  <p>Global warming and the synergic effect of different mycotoxins (Eg. DON + FUM) can increase the risk. Also, they could negatively affect animal performance, production and welfare. Neglecting mycotoxin challenge will cause serious economic loss.</p>
  <p>Mycotoxins are tasteless and not easy to detect due to several factors such as wrong sampling, mask mycotoxins, etc. Therefore, 360-degree protection against mycotoxins is Vital. MIAVIT GmbH as the leader of Feed and Food manufacturer industry have been supporting Livestock by its specific mycotoxin binder&rsquo;s products; MiaBond line globally. MiaBond 360 as the nominee among MiaBond line products, can protect your Livestock against important mycotoxins and endotoxin challenges; All round protection. MiaBond 360 can efficiently adsorb polar mycotoxins (eg. Afl) and can bio transform Trichothecenes mycotoxins plus FUM as well. Furthermore, this product can reduce the antioxidative challenge caused by mycotoxins to the least.</p>
  <p>MIAVIT is not only a support by its high quality, specific product but also a system which could support you from field to fork; MiaBond detector service. We believe that mycotoxin deactivation strategy is successful when the mycotoxin contamination level is precisely measured.</p>
  <p>By MiaBond detector service you will have 360-degree protection by:</p>
  <ul>
  <li>Receiving the complete package included the highly efficient instrument and strips for testing different mentioned mycotoxins in feed raw materials</li>
  <li>Support, to run and continue precise testing at your side</li>
  <li>Support, for different administration strategy of MiaBond line products based on your achieved contamination results</li>
  <li>Support, during the whole farming period by MIAVIT team</li>
  </ul>
  <p>MiaBond Detector is easy to use, fast and precise in detection if correct sampling is considered. Our detector is a combined incubator and reader which makes it user friendly. The result can be printed or downloaded for sharing. We are here to support you by MiaBond Detector Service.</p>
  <p>&nbsp;<img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://miavit.com/images/news/MiaBond360-gr.jpg" alt="toxinbinder 1100x505 small" width="373" height="171" loading="lazy"></p>


title: Optimal Young Animal Development
created_at: 2025-03-07 21:47:15.730635
source_url: https://example.com/dairy-cows-breeds
slug: animal-development
updated_at: 2025-05-01 12:39:51.879176
image: blog_images/miavit-miafirstaidl-gr-news.jpg
content:
  <h3>Using Potentials</h3>
  <p><strong>The first days of young animals&rsquo; life set the basic for its healthy and productive adulthood:</strong></p>
  <p>Insufficient nutrient supply or the occurrence of diseases during the rearing phase both lower the performance of the adult animals and increase the risk of health problems and early culling. This was shown by numerous studies. Therefore, nothing should be left to chance during the rearing phase.</p>
  <p>Mainly disease prevention plays an important role in successful rearing phase. Especially diarrheal diseases in the first days of life reduce the development of young animals. It is recommended to build on high resistance and immunity of offspring directly from the beginning, to strengthen their defense against diarrhea causing pathogens. Strict farm hygiene must be maintained to prevent diarrheal diseases. Animals suffering from acute diarrhea must be immediately provided with sufficient electrolytes, buffer substances and energy to prevent their dehydration and the negative consequences thereof.</p>
  <p>To support young animals during this critical phase, MIAVIT has developed the product&nbsp;<strong>MiaFirstAid L</strong>. It is a complementary feed with a combination of flavorings and tannins to stabilize the water- and electrolyte-metabolism as well as the physiological digestion.</p>
  <p>In collaboration with Nong Lam University in Vietnam,&nbsp;<strong>MiaFirstAid L</strong>&nbsp;was tested in a field trial to evaluate the efficacy and potential of antibiotic reduction in suckling piglets compared to antibiotic treatment.</p>
  <p>A total of 484 suckling piglets from 40 litters were assigned in control and trial group and all litters showed cases of diarrhea in suckling piglets (probably caused by loads of E. coli and C. perfringens). The trial group received an oral administration of 2 ml&nbsp;<strong>MiaFirstAid L</strong>&nbsp;(1 or 2 treatments). The control group received an oral administration of 0,5 ml antibiotic (20 mg Gentamicin) two times a day for three to four days.</p>
  <p>The development of the fecal consistency in both groups showed a similar course, which leads to the conclusion that&nbsp;<strong>MiaFirstAid L</strong>&nbsp;is an effective alternative against diarrhea in suckling piglets. Pool-sampling of the feces showed no statistical differences between the trial-groups, which indicates similar conditions in terms of pathogen loads. The diarrhea incidence was significantly lower in the trial group with&nbsp;<strong>MiaFirstAid L</strong>, which confirms a faster stabilization of the physiological digestion. Moreover, the frequency of treatments was strongly reduced with&nbsp;<strong>MiaFirstAid L</strong>, which makes it easy to use and saves working time.</p>
  <p>In lambs,&nbsp;<strong>MiaFirstAid L</strong>&nbsp;was also tested with high success and efficacy under the supervision of a sheep nutritionist. A trial was conducted on two different farms in the Epirus region in Greece.</p>
  <p>The objective of this field trial was to evaluate the efficacy of&nbsp;<strong>MiaFirstAid L</strong>&nbsp;against diarrhea in lambs. On both farms, 4 ml&nbsp;<strong>MiaFirstAid L</strong>&nbsp;were administered directly orally to the lambs in combination with coccidiostats and cryptosporidium treatment.</p>
  <p>On the first farm, 60 lambs recovered from diarrhea after 1-2 doses. On the second farm, however, 80 lambs needed 2-3 doses to recover due to transport stress to another part of the stable. In total 140 lambs recovered from acute diarrhea after an average of 2 doses (1,96) of&nbsp;<strong>MiaFirstAid L</strong>.</p>
  <p>In summary, it must be said that raising young animals successfully is not a matter of chance! Therefore, make optimal use of the potentials of the rearing phase and support efficient during disease times. This will not only optimize the well-being and health of your herd. It will also help to improve performance and thus your economic success.</p>
  <p>Also remind yourself about out interesting Podcast-Episodes! In our episode &ldquo;<a href="https://miavit.com/news/podcast/10-episode-miavit-feed-scout">Young stock management &ndash; Raising potential</a>&rdquo; Dr. Joachim L&uuml;bbo Kleen, practical veterinarian and expert in young animals, shares his experiences in raising up newborn calves with us.</p>
  <p>Are you looking for innovative and solution-oriented products to optimize your portfolio around young animal rearing? Then talk to your MIAVIT contact now.</p>
  <p>&nbsp;<img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://miavit.com/images/news/miavit-miafirstaidl-gr-news.jpg" alt="MiaFirstAid L" width="350" height="234" loading="lazy"></p>


title: Feed Formulation
created_at: 2025-03-07 21:47:15.896871
source_url: https://example.com/sheep-winter-care
slug: feed-formulation
updated_at: 2025-05-01 12:40:48.802015
image: blog_images/news-boost-your-energy-matrix-gr.jpg
content:
  <h3>Boost your Matrix</h3>
  <p><strong>Evaluate your feed formulation</strong></p>
  <p>Evaluating your feed formulation is always a good option in order to identify opportunities for incorporating enzymes and emulsifiers to improve nutrient digestibility and energy availability.</p>
  <p><strong>NSP (non-starch polysaccharide) enzymes</strong>&nbsp;are designed to break down dietary fiber, which is made of complex carbohydrates present in plant-based feed ingredients, less digestible by animals, such as arabinoxylans, cellulose, and beta-glucans. NSP enzymes break down these compounds releasing additional nutrients and energy for the absorption by animals.</p>
  <p><strong>Phytases</strong>&nbsp;are enzymes that play a crucial role in nutrition of monogastrics by breaking down phytic acid, a form of phosphorus found in plant-based feed ingredients. Phytic acid not only binds phosphorus but can also form complexes with other nutrients and essential minerals such as calcium, zinc, iron, and copper. These complexes are poorly absorbed by animals, resulting in reduced mineral and nutrient availability. Phytases break down the phytic acid-mineral complexes, increasing the absorption of these minerals and nutrients, and improving their utilization by animals.</p>
  <p><strong>Emulsifiers</strong>&nbsp;improve the digestibility of fats and oils in animal feed helping to break down and disperse the fat globules, increasing the surface area available for enzymatic digestion and facilitating the absorption of nutrients. Some emulsifiers, such as lecithins, can improve the taste and aroma of animal feed.</p>
  <p>There are innovative mixtures of emulsifiers like&nbsp;<strong>MiaEmax</strong>, which can enhance your nutritional matrix in the best way!</p>
  <p>The benefits of a combined usage of enzymes and emulsifiers are many:</p>
  <ul>
  <li><strong>Increased availability of nutrients</strong>&nbsp;such as proteins, amino acids, minerals and energy from feed ingredients.</li>
  <li><strong>Reduced anti-nutritive effects:</strong>&nbsp;lignin, tannins and phytase by degrading or modifying these anti-nutritive factors, reducing their negative effects.</li>
  <li><strong>Gut health promotion:</strong>&nbsp;By breaking down fiber and phytic acid, these enzymes can create a more favorable environment for beneficial gut microorganisms. This can enhance the gut microbiota balance, improve the nutrient absorption, and support overall gut health.</li>
  <li><strong>Flexibility in feed formulation:</strong>&nbsp;The use of these enzymes and emulsifiers allows more flexibility in feed formulation, saving some important space in the ration as they increase availability of energy, minerals and amino acids.</li>
  <li><strong>Environmental benefits:</strong>&nbsp;An efficient utilization of nutrients will reduce the animal waste. That will result in reduced environmental impact associated with animal production.</li>
  </ul>
  <p>It is important to previously conduct a cost analysis, considering the efficacy of the different enzymes and emulsifiers, and the potential benefits to the animal health and performance.</p>
  <p>Moreover, it is necessar optimize dosage levels, review the feed processing methods, consider enzyme and emulsifier combinations and evaluate its stability in the final feed to achieve maximum cost-effectiveness. Higher dosages do not necessarily yield better results, so it's essential to find the dosage that provides the most benefits without cost-disadvantage</p>
  <p>Finally, it is important to colaborate with feed additive suppliers to explore further potential cost-saving opportunities, as they can provide technical support, suggest alternative products, dosages or combinations of products to maximize the cost-effectiveness of your feed.</p>
  <p>If you are interested in how to combine different matrixes &ndash; contact us!</p>
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title: Poultry health
created_at: 2025-03-07 21:47:16.029740
source_url: https://example.com/pig-farming-guide
slug: poultry-health
updated_at: 2025-05-01 12:41:23.873947
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content:
  <h3>Essential oils for poultry health</h3>
  <p><strong>Malakheeva L.I., Ph. Javier Prieto Jim&eacute;nez Poultry veterinarian and nutritionist</strong></p>
  <p>The growth, development and normal functioning of tissues in a living organism is impossible without an optimal supply of sufficient oxygen to ensure oxidation of nutrients and energy synthesis. Therefore, the health of the pulmonary system largely determines the general well-being of poultry and is the key to high production performance.</p>
  <p>The growth, development and normal functioning of tissues in a living organism is impossible without an optimal supply of sufficient oxygen to ensure oxidation of nutrients and energy synthesis. Therefore, the health of the pulmonary system largely determines the general well-being of poultry and is the key to high production performance. In the conditions of intensive system of modern production, aimed at obtaining the maximum amount of product per unit of useful area, most often by increasing the planting density, the development of a preventive system to maintain optimal parameters of the functional state of the lungs is becoming increasingly important.</p>
  <p><strong>Etiology and development of respiratory symptom complex (syndrome) in birds.</strong></p>
  <p>The International Classification of Diseases does not describe respiratory symptom complex (syndrome) - RS- as a separate nosological unit, but this term, actively used by practitioners, implies a set of symptoms characterizing the violation of integrity and functional activity of tissues of the respiratory tract. In conditions of modern production, this pathology almost never develops as a result of a single cause, but is a consequence of a group of etiological factors, including violation of housing technology (associated primarily with deterioration of microclimate parameters: high content of ammonia, dust and carbon dioxide; high or low humidity/temperature), the presence of infectious agents that have a tropism to the tissues of the respiratory tract, poor quality feed, which does not provide the bird with the necessary nutrients and nutrients.</p>
  <p>Inflammatory reactions, often resulting from the use of highly immunogenic and, as a rule, more reactive vaccines against the main respiratory diseases of birds, should be singled out. Primary infections such as respiratory mycoplasmosis, infectious bronchitis of chickens, haemophillosis, etc., as well as violation of vaccination technology without taking into account the actual conditions of microclimate in the housing can also be attributed to provoking this process.</p>
  <figure data-wf-figure="1"><img src="https://miavit.com/images/news/news-serious-exudate.png" alt="Exudate" width="267" height="197" loading="lazy">
  <figcaption>Picture 1. Accumulation of serous exudate in infraorbital sinuses.</figcaption>
  </figure>
  <p>Despite the fact that some infectious agents can cause diseases without associated factors, still, most of them in practice are secondary, complicating the main inflammatory process circumstances. High concentrations of Enterobacteriaceae and cocci in the air of poultry houses provoke an active immune response, resulting in a more severe course of the disease. As a result of anatomical features of the circulatory system of the mucous membrane of the upper respiratory tract and sinuses, the development of respiratory syndrome begins with blood stasis in and exit of part of the plasma into the intercellular space, which leads to the development of hypoxia and the formation of mucous exudate. With the development of secondary microflora and cellular reaction on the part of immune system the character of exudate changes, which changes into serous and purulent forms (see picture 1.). Its entry into the lower parts of the respiratory tract causes generalization of the inflammatory process with the formation of tracheitis, pneumonia and aerosaculitis, narrowing of the lumen of the trachea and bronchi, resulting in decreased oxygen supply to the bloodstream (see picture 2), leading to a state of general hypoxia, oppression and reduced feed consumption. Like any inflammatory reaction, MS is accompanied by receptor irritation and the development of pain symptom provoking bronchospasm, further impairing oxygen supply. As a consequence of general intoxication, the bird becomes depressed, refuses feed (most often water), decreases motor activity, and begins to slow down the dynamics of live weight gain, up to its loss.</p>
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  <figcaption>Picture 2. Bilateral catarrhal pneumonia in a broiler chicken aged 22 days.</figcaption>
  </figure>
  <p>When exudate accumulates in the respiratory tract, a complex of reflex reactions develops, aimed at clearing the respiratory tract and restoring its permeability to air masses: sneezing; attempts to mechanically free visible mucous membranes from inflammatory exudate: the bird rubs the eyes, nasal orifices; stretches the neck to facilitate breathing, wheezing, etc.).</p>
  <p>Thus, ethiotropic therapy aimed at elimination of only one factor - the primary pathologic agent - is not always effective enough and leads to recovery of the bird. Moreover, mass accumulation of cellular detritus can provoke complication of the course of inflammatory process and increase of waste, even in the further absence of the pathogen. In this case, according to the practice generally accepted in the world medicine, drug therapy should be supplemented by pathogenetic, aimed at reducing intoxication and controlling the pathological process, and symptomatic, oriented at reducing individual symptoms, methods. Taking into account the labor-intensive and cost-effective use of a large number of drugs, the goal of modern veterinary medicine in industrial poultry farming is to select means having a wide range of therapeutic activity, in particular, possessing antiseptic, mucolytic, expectorant, antispasmodic and other actions aimed at restoration of functional activity of respiratory organs.</p>
  <p><strong>Use of essential oils in the prevention and treatment of MS in birds.</strong></p>
  <p>The most well studied and proven for centuries in the treatment of respiratory diseases is phytotherapy, based on the use of whole or processed plant material [1]. Recently, this method is again gaining widespread use, due to its scientific rationale, formed as a result of a large number of studies using modern diagnostic methods that have proven its effectiveness, even in cases of severe viral infections. Currently, none of the treatment regimens for acute respiratory diseases (ARI) can do without the use of these products. Special interest in these products in agriculture is associated with the task of reducing the use of chemotherapeutic agents in veterinary medicine [2].</p>
  <p>However, of great importance is the processing and method of use of plant raw materials, which include a significant number of different components, some of which do not have therapeutic properties, and in some cases has a toxic or anti-nutritional effect. The concentration of biologically active substances (DBAV) is extremely low, which does not allow to achieve significant treatment results when using extracts or dried plant material. Thus, the content of eucalyptol (1.8 cineole), which is a monocyclic terpene and is the main DBAV of plants of the genus Eucalyptus, with pronounced antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, anesthetic activity, varies in plant raw materials from 1.2 to 3.5% by weight [3]. Of greatest interest in the light of the above are preparations that are a complex of biologically active substances isolated from plant raw materials, purified from ballast components and amenable to laboratory control and standardization. In the Russian market one of the most noteworthy preparations is MIAROM liquid&reg;, produced by "MIAVIT GmbH", Germany, which contains essential oils of four main medicinal plants used for treatment of respiratory tract diseases.</p>
  <p>Since the absolute majority of respiratory infections in poultry farming have viral etiology, and the most frequent complicating the course of the disease is the development of secondary bacterial and fungal microflora, components of antiseptic nature, i.e. possessing antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal properties are of high value. As mentioned above, one such active ingredient is eucalyptol, as well as thymol and carvacrol (monoterpene phenols that are part of thyme) and anethol, an organic compound synthesized from anise and star anise. At the same time, these products can enhance the antimicrobial activity of other antiseptic agents, in particular chlorhexidine [4]. In addition to these DBAVs, the composition of the preparation&nbsp;<a href="https://miavit.com/animal-nutrition/products/miarom-intest-l">MIAROM liquid&reg;</a>&nbsp;includes other active components of essential oils of eucalyptus, thyme, anise and mint: flavonoids, triterpene compounds, tannins, etc., due to which a wide range of active action is achieved. In particular, the positive effect of essential oils of eucalyptus and peppermint to reduce the severity of inflammatory response, in particular, edema by reducing the permeability of blood vessels and effusion of liquid part in the intercellular space, desquamation of epithelium during infection of vaccinated and unvaccinated birds against ND (Newcastle disease) with a highly virulent strain of ND virus was described in an article by Pakistani scientists, where an increase in the titer of post vaccinal antibodies in ELISA and RSHA in the presence of a mixture of essential oils was also noted [5]. The latter fact was confirmed in the works of other researchers, who also noted an increase in antioxidant protection of adult birds and daily youngsters in the case of using MIAROM liquid&reg; for parental flocks of cross Ross-308 by drinking at a dose of 100 ml per ton of water for a course of 7 days [6,7]. Additional antioxidant effect of essential oils of anise, peppermint, eucalyptus prevents lipid hyper peroxidation resulting from the development of local immune response and, as a consequence, damage to cell membranes [8].</p>
  <p>In addition to reducing congestion in MS, an important point in pathogenetic therapy is the liquefaction and excretion of exudate formed as a protective reaction of the body in response to the effects of a pathological agent and then contribute to the spread of the inflammatory process to the underlying parts of the respiratory system. Increased synthesis of the liquid part of the tracheobronchial secretion occurs as a result of the action of bitters, which are part of essential oils. Also due to reflex irritation there is restoration and strengthening of the drainage function of the mesenteric epithelium, which is an important mechanism of sanitation of the respiratory tract [9, 10]. The presence of bitters also stimulates the secretion of digestive juices, which contributes to increased appetite and improved weight gain.</p>
  <p>As mentioned above, the main reason for the development of bronchospasm is the pain symptom as an integral part of any inflammatory process. In this case, the anesthetic effect of menthol and eucalyptol, especially at their direct exposure in the focus of inflammation, which is achieved by aerosol method using the drug, the so-called "cold fog", leads to elimination of spasm, improvement of exudate removal, increasing the patency of the airway for air masses.</p>
  <p><strong>Ways of using essential oils in poultry production</strong></p>
  <p>The methods of application of essential oil products in poultry farming are diverse and include use with drinking water, feed, aerosol methods: coarse spray, "cold mist" and vaporization (e.g. through evaporation panels), as well as combinations of the above forms. Clinical efficacy of preparations directly depends on the correct choice of both the product itself and the method of its application. Thus, in case of obvious reduction of feed consumption by birds during the initial period of the disease there is no expediency of introducing drugs into mixed fodder. In this case, the maximum effect is achieved by using aerosol treatments, which allow to achieve high concentration of DBAV directly in the inflammation focus. However, if dosage of preparations based on essential oils through feed and water, as a rule, is not difficult, then calculation of concentration of the working solution and its consumption per cubic meter of the treated room at aerosol treatments is complicated by the necessity to establish initial parameters of microclimate, current condition of poultry, technical characteristics of the product itself, because preparations with a high content of essential oils require significant input of emulsifiers to prevent adhesion of aerosol particles on equipment and working surfaces. The use of a combination of several non-ionic surfactants in MIAROM liquid&reg;, characterized by a high concentration of essential oils, expands the range of its application and increases the breadth of therapeutic and preventive action, not limited to the respiratory system.</p>
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  <p>&nbsp;</p>
  <p><strong>List of references used:</strong></p>
  <p><em>1. Stremoukhov A.A., Zaplatnikov A.L., Vlasova N.L., Smirnova M.A. Phytotherapy of infectious and inflammatory diseases of the upper respiratory tract in outpatient therapeutic and general medical practice. RMZ. Medical Review. 2022; 6(8):419-426. DOI: 10.32364/2587- 6821-2022-6-8-419-426. 2. Summary of the work program for the European Medicines Agency. London, 2006. P.1- 30. EMEA/62913/2006. 3. Sebei K., Sakouhi F., Herchi W. et al. Chemical composition and antibacterial activities of seven Eucalyptus species essential oils leaves. Biological res. 2015. 48, 7. https://doi.org/10.1186/0717-6287-48-7 4. Şimşek M, Duman R. Investigation of Effect of 1,8-cineole on Antimicrobial Activity of Chlorhexidine Gluconate. Pharmacognosy Res. 2017 Jul-Sep;9(3):234-237. doi: 10.4103/0974- 8490.210329. PMID: 28827963; PMCID: PMC5541478. 5. Awaad M.H.H., Afify M.A.A., Zoulfekar S.A., Mohammed F.F., Elmenawy M.A. and Hafez H.M. Modulating effect of peppermint and eucalyptus essential oils on vVND infected chickens. Pak Vet J, 2016. 36(3): 350-355. 6. Majeed Z., Mustafa N. Impact Laying Times of Broiler Breeder Supplement with Aromatic Oils (Miarom) in drinking water on Hatchability, Maternal immunity and serum antioxidant and antioxidant Statues hatched chicks. Tikrit Journal for Agricultural Sciences. 2023; (1): 44-50. https://doi.org/10.25130/tjas.23.1.6. 7. Farhadi D., Karimi A., Sadeghi G., Sheikhahmadi A., Habibian M., Raei A., Sobhani K. Effects of using eucalyptus (Eucalyptusglobulus L.) leaf powder and its essential oil on growth performance and immune response of broiler chickens. Iran J Vet Res. 2017 Winter;18(1):60-62. PMID: 28588635; PMCID: PMC5454581. 8. Cai Z.M., Peng J.Q., Chen Y., Tao L., Zhang Y.Y., Fu L.Y., Long Q.D., Shen X.C.. 1,8-Cineole: a review of sources, biological activities, and applications. J Asian Nat Prod Res. 2021 Oct;23(10):938-954. doi: 10.1080/10286020.2020.1839432. Epub 2020 Oct 28. PMID: 33111547. 9. Jeane S., Worku A., Sousa S.M., Duarte V.G., Machado M.I.L., Matos F.J.A. Analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects of essential oils of Eucalyptus, Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Volume 89, Issues 2-3, 2003, Pages 277-283, ISSN 0378-8741, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jep.2003.09.007. 10. Kalinkina G.I., Kolomiets N.E. Fundamentals of phytotherapy: textbook. - Tomsk: Siberian State Medical University, 2014. - 84 с.</em></p>


title: Plant extracts in animal nutrition
created_at: 2025-03-07 21:47:16.219462
source_url: https://example.com/goats-sustainable-farming
slug: plant-extracts-animal-nutrition
updated_at: 2025-05-01 12:42:12.365132
image: blog_images/bottles-with-herbs-kl.jpg
content:
  <h3>Same, but different!</h3>
  <p>Author: Djanet kleine Holthaus Research and development poultry, MIAVIT, Essen (Germany),&nbsp;<a href="mailto:djanet.kleineholthaus@miavit.de">djanet.kleineholthaus@miavit.de</a><br>Jan Lippe Research and development, MIAVIT, Essen (Germany),&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jan.lippe@miavit.de">jan.lippe@miavit.de</a></p>
  <p>It is widely known that certain plants or parts of plants can have a positive effect on the well-being and performance of animals. This can be purely aromatic (vanilla) to make the taste of feed and water more attractive to the animals. However, it is the phytogenic substances contained in plants that have a direct effect, for instance on intestinal health (oregano) or the respiratory tract (thyme, mint).</p>
  <p>In general, plants and their active substances can be added to feed or drinking water in the following forms:</p>
  <ul>
  <li>Extracts are extracts of plants obtained using solvents such as water, ethanol or 1,2-propanediol. The solvent is then generally removed during processing. This is why we differentiate between liquid extracts (with solvents) and dry extracts (without solvents).</li>
  <li>Tinctures are alcohol-based aqueous extracts from plant materials. Manufacturing processes usually involve maceration and percolation. However, they can also be produced by dissolving dry extracts.</li>
  <li>Vegetable fats and oils: These are extracted by mechanical processes. The plant parts containing oil are either cold pressed or extracted using solvents.</li>
  <li>Plants and herbs: These refer to whole dried plants or parts of plants that are then milled.</li>
  </ul>
  <p>These types of processing are selected to increase the concentration of specific active substances in the product (e.g. focusing on fat-soluble or water-soluble active substances), to standardise the content and/or to remove unwanted by-products (e.g. fibres, bitter substances). The type and manner of processing are therefore just as decisive for the quality of the product as the selection of the plant material, cultivation, climate and time of harvest. It therefore always makes sense to include these when making a judgement. At best, active substances are already standardised by the plant&rsquo;s typical major components, based on the pharmaceutical model. This enables a qualitative judgement to be made. Yet, the absence of relevant analysis and the sheer complexity of the composition can make this much more difficult or even virtually impossible.</p>
  <p>When it comes to assessing different phytogenic feed additives, these are designated as natural, nature-identical or synthetic. But what do these three terms actually mean and is it really true that &ldquo;chemical&rdquo; is bad? To answer this question, let&rsquo;s consider the example of the increasingly popular essential oils and aromas. Essential oils are extracts, as described above. They are volatile components of plant materials and can be composed of more than 50 different individual chemical compounds. Each oil has a, generally high, concentration of the major components typical of its kind; these have a significant impact on the character and, often, on the effect of the oil. Oils are classified as follows:</p>
  <p><strong>Natural:</strong></p>
  <p>An essential oil is natural if it is obtained from a defined source plant or subspecies and is not blended with oils from other plants or synthetic additives. This means, for instance, that natural thyme oil must be obtained from thyme only in order to be deemed natural. Natural oils thus have a unique and very complex composition of very concentrated major components and any unique minor components, often in low concentrations. Despite their low concentration, these are what give the oils their unique character and are therefore considered part of their &ldquo;fingerprint&rdquo;. However, they do not guarantee the specific effectiveness of the oil, as not all the ingredients necessarily contribute to its activity and some can even weaken it.</p>
  <p><strong>Nature-identical:</strong></p>
  <p>A nature-identical essential oil can be composed of natural and/or nature-identical ingredients. This means, for instance, that a particularly rare or expensive oil can be reconstructed from a targeted mix of other natural oils. These may, but need not, also contain individual ingredients of synthetic origin that must in turn only be substances that exist in nature. So the results are not necessarily purely chemical, but a reconstructed mix of different sources, usually for organoleptic reasons. If synthetic substances are used, these must be the same molecules that occur naturally in the plant. Such manufacturing means, firstly, that quality can be maintained independently from agricultural events (e.g. droughts). Furthermore, there are price advantages to this method of manufacturing as it can, if needed, do without plants that are not widely available, delicate or difficult to cultivate. A further advantage is that this method of manufacturing can &ldquo;boost&rdquo; some ingredients and remove other undesirable ones, e.g. bitter ingredients. On the other hand, the absence of the exclusive ingredients that are often present in natural oils in low concentrations is a drawback of nature-identical oils, as it also reduces potential synergistic interactions.</p>
  <p><strong>Synthetic:</strong></p>
  <p>Synthetic oils contain molecules that do not exist in nature but have organoleptic properties that are often similar. These are especially used as aromas and flavourings. A typical example is ethylvanillin, which does not occur in vanilla pods, where it is found as methylvanillin. And yet it has the recognisable taste of vanilla. The question remains: which oil is better?! Unfortunately, the question isn&rsquo;t easily answered just based on the origin. The decisive factors for the oil&rsquo;s effect, besides the total quantity of the essential oil (dose  response, see Paracelsus), are the major substances that can be found, often in high concentrations, in both natural and nature-identical good quality oils. In both cases, these can be combined synergistically and the effectiveness at this point is similar for both. The unique range of ingredients in natural oils means that these also have potential for further interactions. However, their role and influence on the oil&rsquo;s effect have not yet been fully clarified.</p>
  <p>Both positive and negative effects, such as higher toxicity, are known. In contrast, the effectiveness and interactions of many major substances are often already well proven (e.g. carvacrol + thymol + linalool in oregano oil). In addition, these exclusive ingredients are only present in low concentrations, which in itself can relativise their effect. This means that natural oils, in addition to the effect of the major substances, also have potential for as yet unknown interactions (negative &amp; positive) but, on the other hand, they are generally more expensive and less standardised. So, there is no definite answer to the question of which has the best quality; in the end, economic and scientific factors must be considered to find the best oil for a particular application.</p>
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title: Bone and eggshell
created_at: 2025-03-07 21:47:16.407943
source_url: https://example.com/horse-behavior
slug: quality-in-poultry
updated_at: 2025-05-01 12:42:34.515691
image: blog_images/news-eggs.jpg
content:
  <h3>Quality in poultry</h3>
  <p>The poultry industry relies heavily on the production of high-quality eggs and meat. In laying hens and breeders eggshell quality is crucial, as it affects hatchability and the safety of eggs for human consumption. In contrast, while broilers are primarily raised for meat, understanding their skeletal development and health is especially important to produce high quality meat efficiently.</p>
  <p>The quality of eggshells is a critical parameter for poultry production, directly impacting egg marketability and overall yield. This review explores the intricate relationship between the quality of bones and the quality of eggshells in laying hens. Notably, the skeletal system's health plays a crucial role in calcium mobilization, a key component in eggshell formation. In broilers proper skeletal growth is essential for supporting the rapid weight gain characteristic of fast growing chickens. Many factors are affecting bone development in broilers, including nutrition, genetics, age, and environmental conditions.</p>
  <p>Bone Quality and Its Impact on Eggshell Formation: Bone quality in poultry is often assessed through measures such as bone mineral density (BMD) and strength. In laying hens, the medullary bone serves as a rapid source of calcium for eggshell production during the egg-laying process. Adequate dietary calcium, especially during critical periods of egg formation, is necessary to maintain both bone density and eggshell integrity. A deficiency in nutrients, particularly calcium and phosphorus, can lead to weakened bones, resulting in increased susceptibility to fractures and poor eggshell quality. Studies have shown that layers with strong skeletal systems produce eggs with thicker, more resilient shells, indicating a direct correlation between robust bone health and superior eggshell quality.</p>
  <p><strong>Factors for bone and eggshell quality:</strong></p>
  <p><strong>Nutrition</strong>: Optimal nutrition is critical for maintaining both bone quality and eggshell strength. A diet rich in calcium and phosphorus is essential, as both minerals play pivotal roles in bone creation and maintenance. Furthermore, vitamin D is necessary for efficient calcium absorption. Research indicates that a well-balanced diet can significantly enhance both bone strength and eggshell quality. In contrast, deficiencies can lead to metabolic bone diseases, such as osteoporosis, frequently observed in older laying hens, resulting in thin eggshells and increased mortality rates. For growing animals like broilers also the ratio of calcium and phosphorus is very important. Additionally a good gut health is needed to provide optimal conditions for high absorption rates of minerals. Inadequate levels of these nutrients or low absorption rates can lead to bone disorders such as rickets or osteomalacia, which significantly impact animal welfare and productivity.</p>
  <p><strong>Genetics</strong>: Genetic selection also influences bone and eggshell characteristics. Breeding programs focused on enhancing bone density and overall skeletal integrity can significantly improve eggshell quality. Genetic markers linked to these traits can assist breeders in developing strains that not only excel in meat production but also maintain strong bones conducive to effective calcium mobilization for eggshell formation in hybrid lines.</p>
  <p><strong>Age and Growth Rate</strong>: Laying hens are adult birds that not growing anymore. The main goal as a producer is to maintain skeletal quality while producing high amounts of good quality eggs. This is a challenge especially in older birds that need more attention to maintain bone and eggshell integrity. As broilers age, their skeletal systems must adapt to accommodate rapid muscle growth and increased body weight. Growth rates can influence bone quality&mdash;faster-growing strains may experience higher risks of skeletal disorders due to the imbalances between muscle development and bone strength. Adjusting dietary formulation accordingly or supplementation of additional nutrients is crucial for maintaining healthy skeletal development.</p>
  <p><strong>Environment</strong>: Environmental factors, including housing conditions, flock density and health management, significantly impact stress levels in poultry, subsequently affecting bone and eggshell quality. Chronic stress from overcrowding or poor ventilation can lead to reduced feed intake, nutrient absorption, and overall health, which compromises both skeletal and eggshell integrity. Providing optimal housing with adequate space, enrichment, and ventilation can improve welfare and, as a result, enhance the quality of both bones and eggshells.</p>
  <p><strong>Conclusion</strong>: Egg quality in layers and bone development in broilers are a multifaceted issue that directly influences production efficiency, animal welfare and farmer&rsquo;s profitability. By focusing on proper nutrition, using specialized genetics, understanding growth patterns, and providing optimal environmental conditions, poultry producers can enhance the skeletal integrity of broilers and laying hens, leading to improved overall performance and profitability. Continued research in this area is essential to develop innovative strategies and products aimed at mitigating the impact of bone-related issues in poultry production.</p>
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title: Quality in liquids – the MIAVIT way
created_at: 2025-03-07 21:47:16.530537
source_url: https://example.com/ducks-pest-control
slug: quality-in-liquids---the-miavit-way
updated_at: 2025-05-01 12:43:40.627849
image: blog_images/AdobeStock_439226567.jpeg
content:
  <h3><strong>Quality in liquids &ndash; the MIAVIT way<br></strong></h3>
  <p>Quality in liquids is a nuanced outcome by partly influenceable factors like raw materials and recipe formulation, alongside controllable elements such as technology and storage conditions.</p>
  <p>Achieving excellence demands extensive know-how, strategic decision-making, and adherence to fundamental principles like careful component combination and gentle processing. In essence, quality is a delicate balance between informed decision-making and technological control.</p>
  <p>Liquid products have particular requirements with regards to their technical realisation. Besides, not all raw materials being perfectly water soluble. Water is a reaction medium that poses a threat to the stability of the composition. Therefore, choosing the right mix of raw materials in combination with the proper technical ingredients ensures a high quality liquid for a safe application at farm level.</p>
  <p>Especially fat-soluble ingredients as vitamin A, D, E and essential oils require highly specialised emulsification know-how. The fat-soluble ingredients are technically prepared for a perfect solubility of the product in the water tank at the farm. This guarantees a homogeneous distribution of the final ingredients in the water of the farm as well as a high availability for the animal.</p>
  <p>MIAVIT ensures highly effective liquid products thanks to their in-house animal experts that design the formulations according to nutritional aspects for best results. Not only do we have a year-long experience in how to treat problems in livestock nutritionally, but we test our products on farms or even at institutional level worldwide.</p>
  <p>EU feed law compliancy meaning nutritional formulation design in accordance with EU requirements is a prerequisite for all MIAVIT liquid products. We apply the so-called complementary feed concept for a guaranteed harmless application on farm level. Maximum concentration levels and defined feeding recommendations by law of certain vitamins or trace elements ensure non-toxicity and safety for the whole production chain. Moreover, MIAVIT ensures transparency thanks to the EU compliant declaration of active ingredients instead of raw materials on the label giving our customers the power to compare products independently.</p>
  <p>Superior technical product development, nutritional formulation expertise and EU feed law compliancy is MIAVIT way in liquid products.</p>
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title: Selected botanicals
created_at: 2025-03-07 21:47:16.708009
slug: selected-botanicals
updated_at: 2025-05-01 12:44:15.618305
image: blog_images/news1.jpg
content:
  <h3>Selected botanicals improving FCR</h3>
  <p>In the dynamic landscape of animal husbandry, optimizing feed efficiency constitutes a critical endeavor for producers aiming to ensure the economic viability and sustainability of their operations.</p>
  <p>At the heart of this pursuit lies the management of the gut microbiota-a complex ecosystem of microorganisms inhabiting the gastrointestinal tract of animals. The harnessing of selected phytogenics, derived from plant-based sources abundant in bioactive compounds, has emerged as a promising strategy for modulating and enhancing microbiota composition and functionality.</p>
  <p>This article delves into the pragmatic application of phytogenics for broiler chickens and weaned piglets, with particular emphasis on the precision of Miarom lntest L's utilisation, which can yield significant improvements in Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR).</p>
  <p>Miarom lntest L, a liquid complementary feed, blends a distinctive selection of varied phytogenic ingredients, incorporating the active constituents found in caraway, star anise, chamomile, ginger, cinnamon, and oregano. This exclusive combination in Miarom lntest L represents a harmonious synergy of advantageous herbs, actively promoting intestinal health as a preventive measure and as a solution for addressing intestinal health concerns.</p>
  <p><strong>Farm Trials of Miarom lntest L increasing Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR) in broilers</strong></p>
  <p>Across three practical trials conducted on a conventional broiler fattening farm in northwestern Germany, Miarom lntest L consistently demonstrated an enhancement of 4.5 points in Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR) within the trial group as compared to the control group.</p>
  <p>The farm site is equipped with two houses, each capable of accommodating 20,000 broilers per cycle. One house served as the control group, while the second house functioned as the trial group. Following German tradition, a mixed flock of ROSS 308 Birds was employed for fattening, with each cycle spanning 40 days. A standard three-phase feeding regimen, comprising starter, grower, and finisher feeds in pelleted form, was implemented.</p>
  <p>Throughout each cycle, Miarom lntest L was administered three times (during the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th weeks) for a duration of three days, at a ratio of 250 ml per 1000 I of drinking water in the trial group. The control group did not receive any Miarom lntest L.<br><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://miavit.com/images/.resized/1000-563/balkendiagramm-miarom-intest-l-trial.jpg" alt="Balkendiagramm Miarom Intest L Trial" width="320" height="180" loading="lazy"></p>
  <p><strong>Feed Trial of Miarom lntest L increased FCR in weaned piglets</strong></p>
  <p>A field trial was conducted in the north-western part of Germany to evaluate the impact of Miarom lntest Lon performance indicators of weaned piglets. The trial included 1561 piglets (DANBRED x Pie 408), divided into 2 groups: one control group (without phytogenic supplementation) and one trial group (100 ml Miarom lntest L per 1000 I of drinking water from day 0- 28 and 50 ml Miarom lntest L per 1000 I of drinking water from day 29- 49). Both groups were observed for 49 days and weighed on the same 4 days.</p>
  <p>The trial showed a significantly improved feed conversion ratio (FCR) in the trial group, resulting in a higher return on invest with Miarom lntest L.<br><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://miavit.com/images/Screenshot_2023-11-28_134156.png" alt="Screenshot 2023 11 28 134156" width="312" height="285" loading="lazy"></p>


title: MiaTrace Se
created_at: 2025-03-07 21:47:16.863078
slug: miatrace-se-news
updated_at: 2025-03-08 20:25:19.941797
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content:
  <h3>Safe, protected, targeted</h3>
  <p><strong>Selenium supplementation</strong></p>
  <p>Did you know that a high percentage of inorganic sodium selenite is reduced to non-absorbable elementary selenium by the rumen microbiota? This can easily cause a selenium deficiency and lead to a higher incidence of infectious diseases, reduced fertility and performance as selenium is critical for immunity and nutrient metabolism.</p>
  <p>Due to the maximum level of 0,5 mg selenium per kg complete feed (European Feed Safety Authority) and the high risk for intoxication when selenium is used in higher concentrations, it is not possible to increase the selenium levels in the diet without any limits in order to meet the animals&rsquo; requirements.</p>
  <p><strong>How can we bring the selenium supplementation of ruminants to the next level to ensure stable health, fertility and performance of the animals?</strong></p>
  <p>MiaTrace Se guarantees a high level of safety with regard to the selenium supplementation of ruminants. The selenium particles reach the targeted site of absorption unaffected thanks to the reliable protective capsule. Intestinal enzymes rapidly dissolve the capsule in order to ensure a high absorption rate. Thus MiaTrace Se ensures that the selenium in the diet is completely available for the animal and not excreted with the feaces.</p>
  <p><strong>The benefits?</strong></p>
  <ul>
  <li>A targeted and safe selenium supply for ruminants</li>
  <li>A lower risk for selenium deficiency</li>
  <li>An assurance for health, fertility and performance</li>
  </ul>


title: Technological antioxidants
created_at: 2025-03-07 21:47:17.019288
slug: technological-antioxidants
updated_at: 2025-03-08 20:23:52.025618
image: blog_images/aox-news-waste-gr_R6YqNsd.jpg
content:
  <div>
  <h3 style="text-align: center;">To improve the efficient use of resources</h3>
  <p><strong>Decreasing food waste</strong></p>
  <p>Decreasing food waste is critical to protecting the environment. Conserving food materials and finding other ways to use the meat co-products that many consumers do not eat is a vital part of combatting the food waste problem.</p>
  <p>Up to half of every animal produced for food is not suitable for human consumption so it is a by-product. Without proper management, meat and animal by-products can become hazardous, which can be prevented by rendering. Rendering is the process of converting animal by-products, such as fats, bones, and proteins, into useful materials like fats and proteins for various applications, including animal feed, biodiesel production and industrial uses. Rendering offers several key advantages that change how we handle food waste disposal:</p>
  <ul>
  <li>Environmental responsibility</li>
  <li>Sustainability</li>
  <li>Cost-efficiency</li>
  </ul>
  <p>In the rendering industry, antioxidants play a crucial role in maintaining the quality and stability of rendered products. Antioxidants such as tocopherols (vitamin E), BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole), BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene), propyl gallate and natural extracts are commonly used to prevent the oxidation of these rendered products, which helps to maintain their quality, nutritional value and shelf life. The most relevant applications of antioxidants in the rendering industry are:</p>
  <ul>
  <li><strong>Fat Stabilisation:&nbsp;</strong>Antioxidants are added to rendered fats and oils to prevent or slow down oxidation, which can lead to rancidity. Oxidation causes the fats to become rancid, resulting in off-flavours, reduced nutritional value, and shorter shelf life.</li>
  <li><strong>Protein Preservation:&nbsp;</strong>Rendering also produces protein meals that are used as ingredients in animal feed. Antioxidants can be added to these protein meals to protect against oxidation and maintain their nutritional value. Oxidation of proteins can lead to reduced digestibility and the formation of potentially harmful compounds.</li>
  <li><strong>Feed Stability:&nbsp;</strong>Rendered products are often incorporated into animal feed formulations. Antioxidants can be added to the feed to prevent the oxidation of the rendered ingredients and other sensitive feed components. By minimising oxidation, antioxidants help maintain the nutritional integrity of the feed, ensuring that animals receive adequate and stable nutrient levels.</li>
  <li><strong>Storage and Transportation:&nbsp;</strong>Rendering facilities produce large quantities of rendered products that need to be stored and transported to their end-use destinations. During storage and transportation, these products are exposed to oxygen, heat and other factors that can accelerate oxidation. Antioxidants are added to rendered products to protect them from oxidation during these processes, extending their shelf life and maintaining their quality.</li>
  </ul>
  <p>By incorporating antioxidants into rendering processes and rendered products, the industry can enhance the stability, nutritional value, and overall quality of the materials produced.</p>
  <p>When it comes to choosing antioxidants for rendered products, it is important to consider factors such as the specific product composition, intended application, processing conditions, regulatory guidelines and desired shelf life. Different antioxidants may exhibit varying degrees of effectiveness depending on the specific conditions and requirements of the rendered products.</p>
  <p>Antioxidant blends can often be more effective than using a single antioxidant in isolation. Combining different antioxidants in a blend can create synergistic effects, enhancing their overall antioxidant activity and providing better protection against oxidation. The synergistic effect between BHT and BHA arises from their complementary mechanisms of action and the ability to regenerate each other, which enhances their antioxidant activity and effectiveness. In the same way, BHA and propyl gallate are commonly used together.</p>
  <p>Moreover, the use of carefully selected carriers in antioxidant blends can enhance their distribution, solubility, stability and bioavailability of antioxidants, leading to improved effectiveness and better protection against oxidation in various applications.</p>
  <p>It is important to note that the selection and combination of antioxidants should be carefully considered based on the specific application, compatibility of ingredients, and regulatory guidelines.</p>
  <p>In conclusion, the rendering industry plays a vital role in resource utilisation and waste management. Processing animal by-products, that would otherwise be discarded or pose environmental challenges and protecting them using antioxidants, turn them into valuable products. This not only reduces waste but also provides a sustainable source of raw materials for various industries, contributing to a more efficient and circular economy. Conducting stability testing and consulting with experts in the field can help determine the most suitable antioxidant and dosage for your specific application.</p>
  <p>Do not hesitate contact your nearest MIAVIT staff to find out more about antioxidants.</p>
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