SK-650 (feed mixture)

Powder from grey to brown in colour.

1 g of feed mixture contains:

- bentonite - 282,5 mg;

- calcium propionate - 237,5 mg;

- calcium formate - 190 mg;

- citric acid - 95 mg;

- silicon dioxide - 50 mg;

- feed yeast - 50 mg;

- potassium sorbate - 47,5 mg;

- sodium benzoate - 47,5 mg.

Moisture content not more than 12,0%.

Feed mixture SK-650 has antimicrobial, antifungal and bactericidal properties. It increases the acidity of the digestive tract, improves digestion processes and suppresses the development of opportunistic microflora, increasing animal productivity. The decrease in pH of the digestive tract promotes protein absorption and activation of enzymes, improving feed digestion. It creates favourable conditions for the growth of beneficial microflora. The feed mixture exhibits sorption properties.

Feed mixture SK-650 reduces the level of contamination of feed with pathogenic microorganisms (calcium formate), suppresses their development in the intestine, prevents the development of gastrointestinal diseases in poultry and animals, and has an antifungal effect (calcium propionate). Undissociated forms of organic acids are lipophilic; therefore, penetrating through the membranes of bacterial cells, they disrupt their metabolism and DNA replication, thus causing a bacteriostatic effect.

Calcium propionate is a calcium salt of propionic acid formed by the reaction of calcium hydroxide and propionic acid. Calcium propionate is used to reduce the likelihood of mould growth and aerobic sporulation in feed. Propionic acid is generated through hydrolysis of calcium propionate and has a strong antifungal effect. Propionic acid is absorbed through the digestive tract and transported to the liver, where propionate is completely converted into glucose. In combination with formic acid, these acids have a synergistic effect and are used against some Gram-positive pathogens (Clostridium).

Calcium formate reduces the pH level and buffer capacity of the feed, inhibiting the growth and development of pathogenic bacteria: E. coli, Salmonella, Campylobacter, Pseudomonas and others, and also improves the absorption of calcium and phosphorus. Calcium formate decomposes and releases formic acid in the gastrointestinal tract of animals, lowering the pH in the digestive tract, which is beneficial for pepsinogen activation and digestion, and also provides an antibacterial effect. Among carboxylic acids, formic acid has the most pronounced antibacterial effect.

Citric acid is an effective stress‑reducing component; it stimulates the formation of chelate forms of calcium, potassium, iron, zinc and other trace elements in the intestine, resulting in better absorption by the body. Citric acid neutralises radionuclides and pesticides and is a universal antioxidant that prevents fat oxidation and feed spoilage.

Potassium sorbate has an effective antibacterial effect and is most active in controlling E. coli. Potassium sorbate is an effective factor of mycological control of the digestive tract and feed; it helps to form an effective barrier against pathogenic bacteria (Salmonella, E. coli and others), suppressing their vital activity and destroying them, thereby increasing feed safety.

Sodium benzoate not only sanitises feed but also controls pH and pathogenic microorganisms in the digestive tract, which leads to improved animal health and feed utilisation. It also reduces the number of enterobacteria in the caecum without adverse effects on the intestinal microflora.

Feed mixture SK-650 has pronounced sorption properties due to bentonite and silicon dioxide. The action of bentonite and silicon dioxide is aimed at adsorption of mycotoxins, free radicals and toxic technogenic substances (pesticides, dioxins, ammonia and others).

Bentonite, as an active adsorbent, absorbs excess gases formed in the rumen of ruminants during fermentation of grasses and thus prevents tympany in animals. One of the most important properties of bentonite is its high buffering capacity and ability to optimise rumen pH within neutral and slightly acidic values; it improves the development of cellulolytic microflora and fibre digestion, increases the formation of acetic acid in the rumen, which is used for milk fat synthesis. In addition, bentonite, containing trace elements (calcium, sodium, sulfur, iron, copper, zinc, manganese), increases the intensity of rumen microflora development and improves the digestibility of all nutrients in the ration.

Bentonite increases laying performance; with reduced feed intake it helps to improve shell quality and increase egg weight, also reducing litter moisture and improving bird plumage.

Silicon dioxide plays an important role in improving feed quality for animals by acting as an anticaking agent and enhancing feed flowability. Silicon dioxide has no toxic effects. It may also contribute to the slow release of nutrients in the feed.

Feed yeast has sorption activity against aflatoxins, fumonisins and zearalenone. Due to the content of mannan and β-glucans, this component helps stimulate immunity and enhances the adsorption of mycotoxins such as deoxynivalenol (DON) and zearalenone.

To increase animal productivity, improve feed conversion, adsorb mycotoxins and improve feed quality.

Feed mixture SK-650 is administered orally with feed at the following doses:

Pigs, calves, rabbits, poultry (turkeys, broilers, laying hens, replacement pullets) – 0,5 kg – 2 kg per 1 tonne of feed.

None established.

When handling the product, general sanitary and hygiene rules and regulations in production should be observed.

1 kg bags and 10, 20 and 25 kg kraft bags.

Store in a dry, dark place at a temperature from 5 to 25 °С.

2 years.