How to choose the best vegetable oil for animal feed?
In modern animal nutrition, vegetable oil plays an essential role. It not only provides energy, but also improves feed appetite, digestion of other nutrients and provides essential fatty acids. At BV-Oils, we have been advising feed manufacturers and companies in the livestock sector for more than 60 years on the choice of raw materials adapted to each need. The choice of vegetable oil depends on the animal species, production stage and nutritional objectives.
Soybean oil
Soybean oil is one of the most widely used for unsaturated fatty acid profiles, especially linoleic (omega-6). It improves the digestion of fats and proteins and improves development in monogastric animals. It is ideal for poultry, growing pigs, thanks to its high digestibility and its positive impact on voluntary intake.
Rapeseed oil
Canola oil contains oleic acid (omega-9) and linolenic acid (omega-3), which makes it a balanced energy source. It is highly valued for its oxidation stability and healthy profile, especially in the diet of meat and animals under periods of stress.
Palm oil
Refined palm oil provides high concentrations of energy due to the saturated fatty acid content. It has good heat stability and does not change the rumen microbiota system, which makes it ideal for dairy cows, sheep and goats in intensive production.
Sunflower oil
With high levels of linoleic acid, sunflower oil improves immune health and digestibility. It is especially useful in piglets, small birds and animals in transition, due to its high digestive tolerance.
Each animal species has specific needs. Therefore, at BV-Oils we offer a wide range of high quality vegetable oils and personalized consulting services to help you improve your feed formulas with effective and appropriate solutions.