Direct Fed Microbials

MicroSource S is a heat-stable microbial feed additive that contains organisms selected for their ability to improve the decomposition of stored swine manure.

Key Benefits

· Odor Control

Reduces volatile fatty acids by 43%

Reduces ammonia emissions by 38-40%

· Lower Clean up costs

Reduces manure dissolution time by 28%

Reduces cleanup costs by 13–18 cents per head

Reduces the viscosity of the manure by 54-84%

· Optimizes pig performance

Research at the University of Arkansas showed a 2.8% improvement in feed conversion when MicroSource S was included in the diet.

Research on commercial farms using historical data and statistical process control (SPC) showed improvements of 2.2% to 4.8% in feed conversion.

· Increased digestion of solids

· Improved fertilizer value

Unique Formula

MicroSource S microorganisms consume the undigested feedstuffs in manure reducing the production of odor causing compounds. The MicroSource S microorganisms were selected for specific traits, such as stability and their metabolic byproducts. The unique combination of microorganisms in MicroSource S is patented and DNA fingerprinted for quality control. This ensures consistent product performance every time.

MicroSource S is added to all phases of swine feed at a single rate per ton of finished feed. The inclusion rate is the same, regardless of stage of growth or manure handling system. The reason for this is that MicroSource S is not providing nutrients to the pig but is inoculating every gram of manure produced consistently.

It is available to feed manufacturers for use in formulating concentrates and premixes. In addition, MicroSource S is stable in both meal and pelleted feeds (heat-stable).

MicroSource S begins to work by providing a source of live micro-organisms in the gastrointestinal tract. These micro-organisms are distributed in every fraction of manure produced. This allows the decomposition to start as early as possible, and continues as the manure lands on the floor and is collected into the manure handling and storage area.

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Odor Control

• Decreases ammonia, volatile fatty acids, volatile sulfides (including hydrogen sulfide) and other odor causing compounds

• Promotes a better growth environment

• Improves the work environment

• Promotes Good Neighbor Policy

Lower Cleanup Costs

• MicroSource S microorganisms reduce the viscosity of the manure making it less sticky and easier to remove

• Saves on labor and water costs

• Enables a more thorough cleaning

Increased digestion of solids

• Improves pumpability

• Retains pit and lagoon capacity

• Creates a uniform slurry

• Saves on manure handling and storage costs

Improved Fertilizer value

• More uniform slurry for better application uniformity

Optimizes Pig Performance