August 6, 2018
BIOMIN submits EU dossier for Digestarom® DC as zootechnical feed additive in broilers
Following a successful start to a global launch, BIOMIN submitted a dossier for the EU authorisation of Digestarom® DC, a phytogenic feed additive (PFA), for zootechnical status based on its ability to improve the performance parameters of broilers.
"Phytogenics can play an important role in maintaining feed intake, improving digestibility and, ultimately, supporting enhanced feed conversion," explained Michael Noonan, global director of phytogenics at BIOMIN.
"For poultry producers, improved feed efficiency translates into lower production costs, better margins and reduced ammonia emissions that support profits and sustainability."
The EU dossier, submitted for evaluation in June 2018, includes four broiler feeding trials that were conducted to demonstrate the efficacy and the safety of Digestarom® DC.
"The trials conducted have shown better growth performance, greater weight gain and improved feed efficiency in broilers," Noonan stated. "We continue to see strong interest in scientifically-backed phytogenic feed additives for a number of applications."
Digestarom® DC incorporates a unique encapsulation technology which ensures continuous delivery of active phytogenic compounds throughout the digestive process, demonstrates stability under common pelleting conditions and offers easier handling.
The Biomin® Duplex Capsule also supports the triple action formulation of Digestarom® DC, which consists of three modules: appetising and endogenous secretions; gut microbiota modulation and; gut protection.
The submission of Digestarom® DC for zootechnical authorisation for broilers marks the latest milestone in ongoing activities around phytogenics at BIOMIN. The company submitted an EU dossier for zootechnical authorization in piglets in 2017, which is still under review.
In 2016, BIOMIN announced its ambition to become a PFA market leader by 2020. The PFA market is expected to grow considerably in the coming years.
A full 60% of respondents to the 2018 BIOMIN Phytogenic Feed Additives Survey said that they expected to increase their use of phytogenics.
Next steps
The dossier for zootechnical registration has been submitted for scientific review by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
"We are optimistic that the diligent work put into developing the next-generation Digestarom® and compiling the dossier complies fully with the necessary requirements," Noonan said.
- BIOMIN
