How liquid feeds contribute to a more sustainable future

The farming sector is responsible for 14.5% of the global greenhouse gases emissions (FAO, 2019).

Dedicating significant efforts, the whole European sector is committed to capping the impact on the climate.

By optimizing ruminants diet, it is possible to reduce the methane emissions up to 40% (Benchaar, et al., 2001).

Sugar Plus liquid feeds can help mitigate cattle emissions by increasing the fermentative efficiency and nitrogen fixation in the rumen.

A study carried out by Bologna University in 2018 (on press), highlighted how the use of liquid feeds did not encourage the proliferation of methanogenic bacteria (Metanobrevibacter spp.) responsible for methane production. In addition, the fermentation of soluble carbohydrates found inside Sugar Plus liquid feeds, leads to a lesser production of methane compared to the fermentation of structural carbohydrates.

An increased rumen nitrogen fixation leads to a reduced nitrogen loss through feces, urine and milk, with positive impact on the environment.

Lastly, by re-using coproducts from the sugar and fruit transformation industry, Sugar Plus has a lower carbon footprint compared to other energetic feedstuff (De Vivo e Zicarelli,2019).


	Suggested for: Indicated to maximize the performance in higly productive cows. With its formulation of diversified sugars, glycerol and maltodextrins, it is the right ally to get the most out of your forages.
	Key Benefits: – Supplies differentiated and readily available energy – Supports high milk production levels – Promotes higher rumen efficiency
	Characteristics: High palatability Sugar blend + Extra energy Enriched with maltodextrins
	Feeding rate: – Heifers: 0.3 to 1,5 kg/head/day – Cows in lactation: 0.5 to 2.5 kg/head/day Quantities are indicative and should be decided with the farm nutritionist, based on the ration and objectives.
	Delivery: Bulk delivery, 6 to 30 tons.


	Suggested for: Ideal to reach the optimal level of differentiated sugars, soluble protein and organic acids in the ration and optimize the performances through a precision nutrition approach.
	Key Benefits: – Promotes the growth of rumen microflora – Stimulates dry matter intake – Increases ration palatability
	Characteristics High palatability Sugar blend Enriched with organic acids Soluble protein
	Feeding rate: – Heifers: 0.3 to 1 kg/head/day – Lactating bufaloes: 1 to 2 kg/head/day Quantities are indicative and should be decided with the farm nutritionist, based on the ration and objectives.
	Delivery: Bulk delivery, 6 to 30 tons.


	Suggested for: Indicated to maximise the production in fresh and highly productive buffaloes, supplying a high level of diversificated energy sources.
	Key Benefits: – Increases the energy level in the ration – Supports high milk production levels – Stimulates dry matter intake
	Characteristics High palatability Sugar blend+ Extra energy Enriched with organic acids
	Feeding rate: – Heifers: 0.3 to 1 kg/head/day – Lactating bufaloes: 1 to 2 kg/head/day Quantities are indicative and should be decided with the farm nutritionist, based on the ration and objectives.
	Delivery: Bulk delivery, 6 to 30 tons.


	Suggested for: Indicated to reach the optimal differentiated sugars level in the diet and help valorise at best its components.
	Key Benefits: – Promotes a higher rumen efficiency – Supports rgeater fiber digestibilty – Increases ration palatability
	Characteristics High palatability Sugar blend Enriched with organic acids
	Feeding rate: – Heifers: 0.3 to 1 kg/head/day – Lactating bufaloes: 1 to 2 kg/head/day Quantities are indicative and should be decided with the farm nutritionist, based on the ration and objectives.
	Delivery: Bulk delivery, 6 to 30 tons.


	Suggested for: Ideal to reach the optimal level of differentiated sugars and organic acids in the ration and optimise the performances through a precision nutrition approach.
	Key Benefits: – Promotes a balanced growth of rumen microflora – Increases ration palatability – Supplies healthy, differentiated energy without bulk effect
	Characteristics High palatability Sugar blend Enriched with organic acids
	Feeding rate: – Heifers: 0.3 to 1 kg/head/day – Lactating bufaloes: 1 to 2 kg/head/day Quantities are indicative and should be decided with the farm nutritionist, based on the ration and objectives.
	Delivery: Bulk delivery, 6 to 30 tons.