Feed Supplements

Hop-derived healthy ingredients lower reliance on synthetics and fillers while maintaining or improving palatability

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Lower ingredient and compliance costs with fewer additives and simpler disposal

Reduce synthetic residues and environmental burden with a natural alternative

Optimize your production with application-tailored blends

What’s Holding You Back From Meeting Your Goals?

Are you under pressure to produce feed that’s free from heavy metals or toxins?

Are you overwhelmed by complex, fragmented and evolving global regulations?

Do you need to replace antibiotics in your food chain with natural alternatives?

With all-natural hops-based products, you can lead the feed supplements market.

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Take Advantage of New and Natural Feed Supplements

We understand you need to meet labeling and formulation requirements that are always evolving. That’s why our team of scientists and industry specialists are always searching for innovative ways to support feed producers with new, all-natural formulations. From livestock to aquaculture to pets, count on BetaTec to help your business grow.

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WHAT CUSTOMERS SAY

"BetaTec is one of our top three suppliers, not just for business size but for the quality of the relationship - loyalty, transparency and strategic planning." 
- President, Chemical Distribution
“We work with BetaTec because their products perform as advertised and their technical support is practical, responsive, and grounded in real plant data.”
- Operations Manager, Ethanol Producer
"I value the naturalness of the BetaTec product, our shared vision and the strong, responsive relationship."
– Procurement, Food Production
“BetaTec has helped us improve fermentation efficiency, stabilize yeast health, and make decisions backed by data rather than guesswork.”
 - Operations Manager, Ethanol Producer

Are You Set Up for Success?

If you’re counting on traditional in-feed antibiotics, you could be risking antimicrobial resistance in your supplement production. Why not make the switch to an all-natural alternative: innovative hop-based products? 

Discover all the advantages: Meet with our team to learn more about our full line of products and our comprehensive technical support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the main benefit of using hop extracts in animal feed?

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The primary benefit is enabling the production of antibiotic-free feed supplements. Hop compounds replace traditional in-feed antibiotics used for growth promotion or disease prophylaxis, helping manufacturers meet global regulatory requirements and consumer demand for reducing antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
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How do hop acids work in the animal's gut?

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Hop acids act similarly to ionophore antibiotics by selectively disrupting the cell membrane of Gram-positive bacteria (including some lactic acid bacteria and Clostridium species). This selectively suppresses undesirable or pathogenic bacteria in the gut, which can lead to:
  • Improved feed conversion ratio (FCR): Less energy is wasted fighting infection or feeding undesirable microbes.
  • Reduced methane production: Some studies show hop acids can inhibit methanogens, potentially lowering greenhouse gas emissions from ruminants.
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Are hop-based products safe for animals and the food chain?

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Yes. Hop extracts are natural, plant-derived ingredients and are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for use in animal feed when used at approved concentrations. They leave no harmful antibiotic residues in the meat, milk or eggs, addressing a major pain point for feed companies concerned about food safety and regulatory compliance.
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Do hop extracts affect the taste of the final meat or poultry product?

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No. The hop compounds are used at very low, effective concentrations that are well below the sensory threshold for bitterness in the animal feed. Therefore, they do not impart any undesirable flavor or odor to the final food product (meat, milk or eggs).