October 8, 2018

Canadian Bio-Systems launches Feed Science Platforms
 

Canadian Bio-Systems Inc. (CBS Inc.) has launched the main phase rollout of its new Feed Science Platforms, which offers a comprehensive portfolio of advanced bio-based feed technology solutions to benefit swine, poultry, aquaculture and ruminant production, the company announced in late September.

The Feed Science Platforms include five areas of feed technology innovation – functional fatty acids, multi-Carbohydrase technology, grain management technology, phytogenics and probiotics, and enhanced yeast technology. The platforms are backed by technical support to help livestock producers identify the best customised package for specific operations.

"The focus of CBS Inc. Feed Science Platforms is to lock in the best results for every farm," said Mark Peters, CBS Inc.'s sales and marketing director. "Today, more than ever, science is the difference maker. The FSP fingerprint approach is a research-based, technically sound, simple-to-follow process that each customer can apply to make sure they are utilising the absolute best package to maximise their opportunity for success. It's a one-stop solution that fits today's needs and is tailored to the unique requirements of every operation."

The Feed Science Platforms leverage over 30 years of CBS Inc.'s research and development in partnership with leading research programmes, including new advances based on the latest knowledge and technology from the CBS Inc. pipeline. The FSP technology represents the most advanced platform of CBS Inc. feed technology ever, taking the vision for the future of bio-based, sustainable, science-powered feed-enhancing technology to a new level.

"The future of feed enhancement has broadened from a focus on products to a broader, more dynamic and synergistic emphasis on platforms – each representing areas of science that are continuously evolving and improving," said Rob Patterson, CBS Inc.'s technical director. "As an integrated, innovation-focused company that researches, develops and manufactures feed technology across each of the FSP areas, and has built an R&D base advancing this vision for more than three decades, we are well positioned to deliver this approach."

The key to success for the FSP approach is having an underlying ecosystem of advanced science that powers the multi-platforms and related products, continually identifying and refining new opportunities for synergy and innovation, Krisjan Jones, CBS Inc.'s operations director, explained. "Today, we have achieved a very high functioning FSP ecosystem that is driving continual improvement, constantly progressing based on new research knowledge and the support and feedback of our partners and customers around the world."

Each FSP area offers unique approaches to feed enhancement. Multi-Carbohydrase technology is a leading-edge area of enzyme technology pioneered by CBS Inc. that involves utilising multiple enzymes with multiple activities to achieve a high level of targeted feed breakdown and nutrition capture.

Enhanced yeast technology features natural growth promoter (NGP) activity supporting healthy animals and optimised productivity. Functional fatty acids are gaining rising attention today in particular for their potential to replace conventional options and support systems that move toward the reduced use of antimicrobials.

Grain management technology focuses on safeguarding feed quality to provide a valuable quality assurance tool for both feed and animals. Phytogenics and probiotics represent innovative plant-based extract technology that helps support a positive and nurturing environment critical to get the most efficiency and benefits from feed and nutrition approaches.

"The launch of FSP is a major milestone in the history of Canadian Bio-Systems," Owen Jones, CBS Inc.'s president, remarked. "Most importantly, it represents new advances and opportunities for the farmers and industry customers we serve, both domestically and internationally. We are pleased, along with our expanding networks of valued partners and supporters, to bring the complete new FSP portfolio to the marketplace."

- Canadian Bio-Systems