IsoStab®

For ethanol producers, IsoStab is the natural way to effectively control gram-positive bacteria in fermentation

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Improve yeast health

Eliminate antibiotics completely

Achieve clean label co-products

Do Antibiotics Need to Hit the Road?

Is antibiotic resistance affecting your everyday operations?

Are DDGS buyers demanding antibiotic-free certification?

Does regulatory uncertainty around antibiotics keep you up at night?

Get beyond resistance issues and buyer rejections. Discover innovative products from BetaTec.

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We Are the Original Alternative

We understand the pressure to eliminate antibiotics while maintaining bacterial control. That's why we developed IsoStab more than 20 years ago, the first proven alternative to antibiotics in ethanol production. Since then, we've refined formulation, optimised dosing and supported hundreds of plants through successful transitions.

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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

You Could Be Missing Out

If you're counting on antibiotics while resistance builds or relying on programs that leave residues buyers reject, you could be flirting with disaster. Why risk lost co-product sales and declining fermentation performance?

BetaTec provides innovative hop products backed by comprehensive technical support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Will the hop product affect our yeast performance?

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No. Unlike broad-spectrum antimicrobials, our hop products selectively inhibit Gram-positive bacteria while leaving yeast unharmed. Many plants report improved fermentation kinetics due to reduced bacterial competition for nutrients.
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How does the hop product compare to antibiotics (i.e.. virginiamycin, penicillin, blends)?

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Both extensive lab studies and field data illustrate equal or better lactic acid control over standard antibiotic doses - with the added advantage of leaving zero antibiotic residues in your  co-products and bacteria resistance like antibiotics.
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Does the hop product work with GMO and non-GMO yeast strains?

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Yes. Tested in unison with commercial yeast strains including GA yeast and other industry-standard varieties. It remains effective across the pH range that these strains create and promote yeast vitality.
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What's the cost compared to antibiotics?

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We have a hop that works for your process; typically, representative of like or more favorable economics, while providing superior bacterial control and enhanced yeast health.
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How quickly will I see results?

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Most plants observe measurable improvements in lactic acid control within two or three fermentation cycles as the selected hop product establishes consistent bacterial suppression.
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Will your hop products prevent stuck fermentation?

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Hop products suppress Gram-positive bacteria (notably Lactobacillus), removing microbial competition for sugars so yeast ferments consistently and avoids the slowdowns that lead to stuck or stalled fermentations, without worry about antibiotic resistance.
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Will your hop products work with my feedstock?

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Yes. Effective across numerous feedstocks (corn, wheat, milo and derivatives); our hop-based antimicrobials have been shown to control bacteria in a range of mash matrices.
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Do I need to change my fermentation process?

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No major redesign or capital expense is required. Our hop products work with existing regimes. BetaTec provides dosing guidance, pilot support and continued on-site assistance for smooth integration.
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Are your hop products safe and easy to use?

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Yes. IsoStab is food-grade, GRAS, stable, easy to handle and does not require special hazardous-chemical controls. See product documentation for details.
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Can you use your hop products with antibiotics?

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Yes, we provide a detailed custom dosage regime, supported lab and field studies to meet your production goals.