CAROBfeed

Carob powder obtained from the micronisation and roasting of carob pods, harvested from carob trees (Ceratonia siliqua) that grow around the Mediterranean Sea. Carob powder obtained from the micronisation and roasting of carob pods, harvested from carob trees (Ceratonia siliqua) that grow around the Mediterranean Sea. CAROBfeed is a multifactorial ingredient ideal for animal feed. The natural composition, rich in a wide variety of sugars and tannins, provides CAROBfeed with useful nutritional and functional characteristics.

The astringent effect of carob powder is well known and backed up by numerous trials and experience in the field which have shown a reduction in the incidence of diarrhoea in weaned piglets. Tannins are able to adhere to the fimbria of pathogenic bacteria, such as Salmonella, preventing them from colonising the gut.

Numerous tests in which CAROBfeed was introduced as replacement for other energy sources have been performed to evaluate its efficiency. It has been shown that CAROBfeed not only makes it possible to reduce costs, but it also exerts a positive influence on gut health thereby improving the results of livestock.

In addition, CAROBfeed has a very pleasant taste. This is a key aspect not only in piglets, sows and ruminants, but also in pet food.