| Fylax® Forte mould inhibitor for raw materials and compound feeds |
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Fylax® Forte is produced using a unique technology based on Nutreco research findings. It is significantly more effective at controlling moulds in compound feeds and on raw materials than the industry standard products. As a result the same shelf life is achieved at a 15% cost saving. Fylax Forte was launched in 2009.
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| Raw materials for poultry feeds |
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Research in Nutreco delivered a better understanding of the variations in nutritional value for broilers of wheat from different geographical origins. New equations were developed for an innovative method of using NIR analysis to predict the nutritional value of the feed and its value to the broiler. The technology will help to reduce variation in broiler performance and will be introduced to the compound feed businesses during 2010.
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| Recyclable packaging |
| Innovative packaging for poultry meat was developed by Nutreco research for use in Spain. The modified atmosphere packs are less than half the weight of the previous generation while holding the same weight of product and giving the same shelf life. Thus they are stored and transported more efficiently, reducing environmental impact. Additionally, they are 100% recyclable. The new packs were introduced in a leading retailer during 2009. |
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| Novalac, Newton and Rumenac ration calculation models |
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These models are used in ration optimisation for ruminants. The aim is to match the feed offered to ruminants with their specific nutrient requirements to optimise production efficiency and animal health. Using the models it is possible to calculate the total nutrition required as feed by ruminants, taking account of external raw materials and farm-specific forages such as grass silage. Additionally, the models indicate an optimum use of rumen modifiers for dairy cattle. Developments in 2009 added a new parameter relating to glucose supply and predictions of the direct feeding value of grass silage using near infrared spectroscopy (NIR). The use of NIR in these models to predict the degradation of grass silage in the rumen is unique. The innovations will be applied in 2010.
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| MicroBalanceTM salmonid feeds |
| Nutreco research into the detailed nutritional profile of fishmeal revealed micro-nutrients with vital functions. The requirement by fish such as Atlantic salmon and sea trout for these micro-nutrients was demonstrated to be the limiting factor for reducing the amount of fishmeal in their feed. The research team identified alternative sources for the micro-nutrients and using these sources the level of fishmeal in grower feed for these fish can be reduced to half of previous typical levels. The MicroBalanceTM concept is being commercially introduced in 2010, increasing options in feed formulation and contributing to sustainable use of fishmeal. |
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| Optifeed sow feed concept |
| The innovative Optifeed sow feeding concept introduced in Spain at the beginning of 2010 is based on data and best practices from Nutreco research teams and compound feed businesses in Canada, the Netherlands and Spain. It includes a new range of feeds for different life stages and a newly developed model to indicate optimum feeding practices with the new feeds for each farm, and where possible, for each sow. |
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| Alpha piglet feeds |
| Alpha piglet feeds, launched in 2009 in northwest Europe, use knowledge generated by Nutreco research and developments in the Nutreco feed specialty business (e.g. for Milkiwean). They feature high palatability and improved physical properties and are more readily eaten by the piglets. Special feed ingredients promote gut health. Alpha feeds deliver better growth rates with healthy piglets and reduced feed costs. |
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| Tuna diets |
| Several aquaculture companies and research teams around the world are close to successful breeding and rearing of tuna in captivity. This will remove pressure on endangered wild stocks. Nutreco researchers have developed AquaSoft and Aurora feeds for tuna and patented methods for producing them in consistent quality feed blocks large enough to appeal to these fish. Commercial trials began in 2009 and continue in 2010. |
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| Transfer diets for Atlantic salmon |
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The period just before and after the transfer of Atlantic salmon from freshwater to seawater is critical and optimum nutrition can contribute to enhanced survival and growth rates. Nutreco researchers identified active feed ingredients that enable the fish to cope better with this transition. Nutra Supreme and Spirit Supreme, for the final weeks in freshwater and first weeks in seawater respectively, are being launched in 2010.
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