Calcified Algae – the natural buffer alternative

Beecomb – calcified Algae

• Beecomb consists of 100 % calcified algae, which has a unique, highly porous honeycomb structure.
• High bioavailability of calcium and magnesium.
• The optimal solubility of the calcium ensures an effective and sustained buffering of excessively low pH values in the metabolism of farm animals.

Maximum specific surface area

The honeycomb structure of the cell walls with high porosity enables rapid release and activity of the mineral components.

Biochemical mode of action

Chemical reaction of sodium bicarbonate (SB)

One mole of SB reacts with one mole of lactic acid, neutralizing it. This reaction leads to the formation of sodium lactate, CO2 and water:

NaHCO₃     +     C₃H₆O₃             =>     NaC₃H₆O₃     +     CO₂     +     H₂O

Chemical reaction of BEECOMB

One mole of calcium carbonate from Beecomb neutralizes two moles of lactic acid. This reaction leads to the formation of calcium lactate, CO2 and water:

CaCO₃    +     2C₃H₆O₃               =>    Ca(C₃H₆O₃)₂     +     CO₂     +     H₂O

Ruminants

In dairy cows and beef cattle, an effective neutralization against excess rumen acids is achieved even at very low dosages as compared to classic rumen buffers.

This improved well-being increases the feed intake, leading to an improvement in milk production and feed conversion efficiency.

Fattening cattles significantly show improved balance with the use of calcified alge. Its low application rate ensures a good economic cost efficiency, while the supplemented calcium and magnesium are fully integrated into the mineral balance of the feed ration.

Recommendations:

Dairy cows: 80-100 g/head/day  Beef cattle: 25 g – 50 g ca. 0,4 % of dry matter intake

Swine

Today, pig diets often include high levels of acids (organic acids, fermented feed) to improve performance and support animal health. However, excessively fine or fiber-deficient feed can irritate the stomach lining or even cause gastric ulcers. In addition, feed with excessively low pH levels can lead to a reduction in feed intake.

The long-lasting release of Ca and Mg ions by our calcified algae ensures a permanent optimization of the pH levels. Excess stomach acid is buffered, allowing the added acids to exert their effects optimally. Another highly beneficial effect is the reduced aggressiveness of the pigs.

Sows:

Beecomb can also improve the production in breeding through:

• Enhances performance during farrowing
• Provides highly bioavailable calcium for uterine contractions and colostrum production
• Prevents prolonged farrowing times and delays in milk production
• Results in healthy piglets and reduced losses

Recommedations: 

Breeding sows: 0,4 % – 0,6 % of complete feed

Piglets, fattening pigs: 0,3 % – 0,4 % of complete feed

Poultry

Beecomb obviously offers benefits in egg production and thus
enhances the return on investment:

• Increased feed conversion per dozen eggs
• Improved eggshell thickness
• Lower percentage of cracked/broken eggs
• Enhanced the Haugh unit

Beecomb can also have a notably positive effect on the results of parent stock rearing:

• Reduced percentage of cracked/broken eggs
• Lower egg contamination
• Improved hatchability
• Better feed conversion

Recommendations:

Laying hens / breeder stock: 0,5 % – 2 %