Biological Feed and Manure Solutions Offer Swine Producers Greater Efficiency Amid International Cost Pressures
April 28, 2026
With recent world events raising feed costs and creating fertilizer shortages in key parts of the globe, now is an important time for swine farmers to consider the potential of nature-based technology to maximize feed conversion and manure handling efficiency. Bionetix® International is spreading the word on how biological feed additives and manure management solutions for swine promote healthier herds, better weight gain, and higher-value manure with lower odors.
“Using a combined biological approach in swine production delivers value both inside and outside the animal,” explained David S. Llano (M.Sc., Mcb. A), Bionetix® International’s Product Manager, who has studied microorganisms for more than a decade. Beneficial bacteria (commonly referred to as probiotics by the general public familiar with so-named dietary supplements) offer valuable contributions to both animal digestive health and manure management. Microbial action promotes ideal digestive conditions in the gastrointestinal tract and accelerates the breakdown of organic waste in manure pits and anaerobic digesters. “Together, this creates a more sustainable system, lowering operational costs while improving environmental outcomes,” Llano concluded.
SWINE-FEED™ is designed to optimize gastrointestinal conditions through a targeted combination of Bacillus, Lactobacillus, and yeast-derived components. It improves digestion, reduces pathogen pressure, and enhances nutrient assimilation. This supports good weight gain, an important contributor to swine farm productivity and feed cost efficiency. By promoting better health, this biological feed additive simultaneously promotes resistance to disease, which is one of the major challenges of pig farming.
BCP80™ is an important manure management solution to deal with the inevitable buildup of waste on a swine farm. This select blend of beneficial microorganisms and nutrients should be added to the manure pit monthly to enhance breakdown of organic solids, reduce sludge accumulation, and control odors. At the same time, it enhances the value of the manure for resale on other farms. This manure management solution is especially important both for the end user facing fertilizer shortages and the producer entering a market with higher profit potentials. For those working toward greater sustainability and efficiency by converting organic wastes to biogas, biologicals for manure management can also be added to the anaerobic digestion system to enhance hydrolysis and maximize biogas production from animal waste streams.
Today, more than ever, swine farmers must find ways to balance efficiency and sustainability while maximizing profitability. Probiotic solutions are important tools to help achieve those goals. For more information on biological approaches to improving swine feed efficiency and manure management, visit https://www.bionetixinternational.com/contact-us/.
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