ShiLai™Asparagopsis taxiformis Feed Pellet

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Asparagopsis taxiformis is a potent natural antimethanogenic that reduces methane production during in vitro fermentation with rumen fluid

Asparagopsis feedlot feeding trial ​It’s a global initiative to decrease methane emissions and increase productivity of cattle to benefit the environment, food production, and profitability of beef production. The seaweed Asparagopsis taxiformis was evaluated for its capability to reduce methane emissions and improve productivity in Brangus steers. It was included in the feedlot ration at 0.05%, 0.10%, and 0.20% of organic matter. Emissions were monitored in respiration chambers fortnightly during 90 days treatment. Daily feed intake was measured and steers weighed weekly. Steers receiving Asparagopsis demonstrated reduced methane up to 98%. There was no change in feed intake, however with inclusion of 0.10%, and 0.20% there was indication of weight gain improvement of 53% and 42%, respectively, which requires to be demonstrated and confirmed in a commercial environment. Hot carcass weight and dressing percentage were not different.