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6 Common Feed Additives and Their Functions in Animal Nutrition,Golden Virtue Biotech Co., Ltd.
2026-08-14
Feed additives play an important role in modern animal nutrition. They help balance nutrients, improve feed utilization, and support animal growth and health. Here are six commonly used feed additives and nutritional ingredients.
Vitamins in Animal Feed: Functions and Proper Use,Golden Virtue Biotech Co., Ltd.
2026-08-12
Vitamins are essential micronutrients that participate in a wide range of metabolic and physiological processes in animals. Although required in relatively small amounts, adequate vitamin nutrition is essential for normal growth, development, reproduction, immunity, and overall animal performance.Below are some common vitamins and their functions in animal nutrition.
China’s Feed Industry in H1 2026: Growth Amid Increasing Market Differentiation,Golden Virtue Biotech Co., Ltd.
2026-08-04
China's feed industry maintained steady growth in H1 2026, while divergence across feed categories and business models intensified. Pig and aquaculture feed continued to expand, while poultry feed faced pressure. Raw material costs and farm profitability are reshaping the competitive landscape, making specialization, cost control and technical capabilities key to competitiveness in H2.
DL‑Methionine Delivers Higher Utilization in Aquaculture,Golden Virtue Biotech Co., Ltd.
2026-08-02
Methionine acts as a key limiting amino acid for aquatic species. Authoritative trial data demonstrates that DL‑Methionine surpasses methionine hydroxy analogues (MHA‑Ca / MHA‑FA) in terms of intestinal absorption and muscle nutrient retention.
China’s Livestock Industry in H1 2026: Diverging Trends Across Major Sectors,Golden Virtue Biotech Co., Ltd.
2026-07-24
China's livestock industry showed clear divergence in H1 2026: hog prices remained weak and farm profitability under pressure; beef cattle prices recovered amid shrinking supply; broiler production and exports increased; while the layer sector saw lower inventories and sharp price fluctuations. In H2, cost efficiency, feed utilization and precision nutrition will be key to navigating the cycle.
Scientific Fat Inclusion for Fish & Shrimp Feed,Golden Virtue Biotech Co., Ltd.
2026-06-17
As a major energy source, lipids deliver a critical protein‑sparing effect in aquafeed. However, fish and shrimp exhibit distinct differences in lipid tolerance and utilization. Inappropriate dietary fat levels can restrict growth performance and compromise aquatic animal health and final product quality.
China Agricultural Market Price Update: Feed and Livestock Prices Show Mixed Trends,Golden Virtue Biotech Co., Ltd.
2026-04-08
China's feed and livestock markets showed clear divergence in the first week of April 2026. Corn prices remained stable while soybean meal edged lower; hog and pork prices continued to decline, while egg and chick prices increased. Overall, the market remains in a structural adjustment phase, with raw material costs, feed efficiency and downstream livestock prices continuing to shape industry profitability.
Inositol: Essential Nutrient for Fish & Shrimp,Golden Virtue Biotech Co., Ltd.
2026-01-07
As a vital vitamin-B-like nutrient, inositol cannot be sufficiently synthesized by fish, shrimp and soft-shelled turtles, requiring mandatory dietary supplementation. Inositol deficiency triggers poor growth, high FCR, fatty liver syndrome and body surface lesions in aquatic animals. Reasonable species-specific dosage supplementation optimizes lipid metabolism, protects organ health and improves aquaculture productivity.