Recent Biomin Mycotoxin Survey data shows that of 298 soybean meal samples analysed, 61% tested positive for deoxynivalenol, 49% contained zearalenone and 46% contained aflatoxins.. Photo: Emmy Koeleman
Soybean meal contains anti-nutritional factors that cause problems such as lower performance and higher mortality. A select phytogenic feed additive and an effective mycotoxin deactivator can help producers get the most from soybean meal. Soybean meal is a common ingredient in poultry diets worldwide due to ample supply and a favourable price level and it is the main protein source for birds in countries where meat and bone meal has been banned from animal diets, as in the EU since 2000.
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