FDA allows functionality claim for live yeast
The Center for Veterinary Medicine of the FDA has agreed to allow an important functionality claim for live yeast applied in ruminant feeding.
The claim allowed is, “to aid in maintaining
cellulolytic bacteria population in the rumen of animals fed greater than 50%
concentrate.” This claim has been earned following the submission of an
extensive research dossier including innovative data from Levucell SC
live rumen specific yeast (Lallemand Animal
Nutrition) and its effect on fiber degrading bacteria.
Volatile
fatty acids
Maintaining cellulolytic bacteria numbers is essential:
they are able to digest fiber from the forages fed; they are important in the
production of volatile fatty acids, particularly those responsible for the
production of milk fat; and they help maintain a balanced and healthy rumen
environment.
The fiber degradation benefits have a tangible benefit for
producers: a healthier rumen environment, through improved cellulolytic bacteria
numbers, can improve profitability to the dairy and beef
producer.
More research
Following approval of this
exciting claim Lallemand will continue to research the relationship between live
yeast and fiber digestibility. Two new trials were completed last
year.
Related website:
Lallemand
Related folder:
Dossier AllAbout Probiotics
