FORMYL®

What is FORMYL®?

FORMYL® is an encapsulated source of formic acid with added citric acid manufactured using unique patented Fluid Bed technology.

Why use FORMYL®?

Pigs are highly susceptible to disease and associated growth checks due to modern farming practices, in particular during the period after weaning up to 30kg liveweight. Inclusion of a strong organic acid in the diet can help minimise these problems by acting as an antibacterial in the gut, helping prevent post weaning scours and enteric disease, in particular problems associated with Salmonella. It may also be used with effect in sow diets to reduce urinary pH, thus reducing the risk of development of MMA syndrome which can be a significant cause of neonatal mortality.

Why is FORMYL® different?

The fluid bed protection process allows a blend of calcium formate and citric acid to be presented in a powder form which is much safer to handle in the mill. It also allows addition to premixes without the risk of interaction with other sensitive ingredients. The encapsulation technology also improves palatability and means release of formic acid in the stomach is reduced so it is predominantly released in the small intestine, thus spreading the benefits further down the intestinal tract. This makes it very effective at killing intestinal pathogens such as Salmonella spp., E coli spp. and Clostridium spp. when risk of infections may be present

Usage guidelines and considerations

When using dietary acidifiers the buffering capacity of the feed must be considered.

Pigs – 2-5 kg/tonne feed

Trial results available on request