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In the intricate realm of livestock production, the battle against endotoxins is not merely a challenge but a crucial factor for maintaining animal health and overall farm profitability. Endotoxins, derived from gram-negative bacteria, wreak havoc on livestock and lead to substantial economic losses worldwide each year. Understanding the threats posed by endotoxins and adopting an effective solution like Anta®Catch not only safeguards animals but also streamlines production processes, addressing extra workload challenges and fostering a more satisfying work environment.
What are endotoxins and why are they damaging?
Endotoxins, originating from bacteria like Escherichia coli, become problematic when their levels rise beyond the body's coping capacity. High concentrations can result from various stressors such as intensive feeding, temperature fluctuations, birth or antibiotic treatments. Livestock, including poultry, pigs and ruminants, experience a range of issues from infections and digestive problems to more severe conditions like septic shock. The economic toll is evident, with increased treatment costs, reduced performance and poor product quality.
The economic toll of endotoxins
Worldwide, the economic damage caused by high levels of endotoxin contamination is staggering, affecting various sectors including dairy and beef cattle farms, poultry and pig fattening, egg production and aquaculture. Costs include production losses due to lower output and higher mortality rates, higher treatment and medication costs, and higher management costs, including protecting workers from endotoxin exposure. The reasons behind high endotoxin levels are diverse, including stress factors like high-energy diets, high temperatures, birth, rehousing or antibiotic treatments. Even under optimal conditions, these factors cannot be entirely ruled out, making endotoxin-related health issues an omnipresent threat in modern animal husbandry.
Identifying and combating endotoxins
Recognizing endotoxin contamination in animals is challenging for livestock farmers. Unlike mycotoxins, endotoxin levels are difficult to measure on the farm. The harmful effects manifest in increased infections, diarrhoea, circulatory disorders, necrosis, pain, poor growth and reduced product quality. Unfortunately, the cause often goes unrecognized, leading to ineffective treatments and misconceptions about alternative solutions like mycotoxin binders. Combatting endotoxins is crucial not only for animal welfare but also for sustainable and resource-efficient food production.
Anta®Catch: a holistic solution
To combat endotoxin damage effectively, a multifaceted approach is necessary. Anta®Catch emerges as a game-changing solution that addresses the issue comprehensively. This product, distributed in Europe and Asia, stands out as the first to be specifically developed and optimized for binding endotoxins. Its triple mode of action distinguishes it: reducing endotoxins in the digestive tract, strengthening the intestinal barrier with prebiotic ingredients and countering inflammatory responses with phytogenic substances.
A recent trial on a well-managed pig farm showcased the remarkable impact of Anta®Catch. Pigs fed with Anta®Catch exhibited higher weight gains as well as fewer necroses, medicinal treatments and fatalities compared to the control group. The results underscore the product's effectiveness in promoting animal health and preventing the detrimental effects of endotoxins.
Extra workload: here comes the rescue
Beyond the direct benefits to animal health, Anta®Catch also addresses the extra workload and frustration caused by endotoxin contamination. Dealing with sick and dead animals consumes valuable time and resources for production workers. By significantly reducing the incidence of necroses, treatments, and fatalities, Anta®Catch not only protects the animals but also contributes to a more efficient and satisfying work environment.
Recently confirmed in university trial
In a recent collaborative trial with a German university, Anta®Catch's efficacy was put to the test. Two groups of 130 piglets each were involved in the experiment. The feed of one group contained no feed additive (control) while the other group's feed contained Anta®Catch. The trial proceeded in three phases, with the Anta®Catch group receiving 2 kg Anta®Catch/t feed in phase 1, reduced to 1 kg Anta®Catch/t feed in phases 2 and 3. Alongside performance parameters, the numbers of ear and tail necroses, treatments and fatalities were recorded.
The trial results were impressive. Both groups exhibited high-performance parameters, with a feed conversion rate (FCR) of 1:2.71. In the crucial first fattening phase, the Anta®Catch group showed a weight advantage of 484 g over the control group (day 14: 44.96 kg vs. 44.48 kg). Additionally, the Anta®Catch group displayed almost 90 per cent fewer ear and tail necroses, nearly 60 per cent fewer medical treatments and half the number of mortalities compared to the control group.
Win-win for livestock producers
In conclusion, Anta®Catch stands as a remarkable solution for livestock producers facing the persistent threat of endotoxins. With its triple mode of action and proven effectiveness, Anta®Catch not only protects animals from the damaging effects of endotoxins but also streamlines production processes, reducing the burden on production workers. Embracing innovations like Anta®Catch is not just an investment in animal welfare but a direct path to a healthier, more efficient, and eco-friendly agricultural future.
Livestock producers can now confidently protect their animals, ensure sustainable food production, and elevate the satisfaction of their workforce with Anta®Catch. As we delve into a future where the challenges of endotoxins are met with innovative solutions, Anta®Catch emerges as a beacon, guiding the industry towards a new era of health, efficiency, and prosperity. With each application of Anta®Catch, livestock producers sow the seeds of a transformative shift in the landscape of agriculture, ushering in an era where the well-being of animals and the livelihood of farmers harmoniously coexist.