FreshControl contains a synergistic combination of organic salts. It effectively prevents microbial spoilage of your TMR and associated nutrient loss. FreshControl maintains feed hygiene by reducing the growth of yeasts, bacteria, and molds. FreshControl supports high feed intake by maintaining freshness and palatability even at high ambient temperatures.
Total mixed rations are often high in starch and sugar, and their use is common on dairy farms. Although this makes the TMR nutritious, it also makes it susceptible to reheating at high ambient temperatures. Reheating causes loss of nutrients and palatability and is associated with yeast, mold, and bacterial growth.
To maintain production levels, high-yielding dairy cows require a high intake of palatable, high-quality feed. Reduced feed intake is caused by TMR reheating and the resulting loss of palatability. FreshControl prevents microbial spoilage and TMR nutrient loss by synergistically combining the preservative effects of two organic salts.
Using potassium sorbate and calcium propionate ensures that the antimicrobial effect of FreshControl only develops after mixing into the TMR - when the two salts are converted into sorbic acid and propionic acid. Sorbic acid inhibits the growth of yeast and propionic acid reduces bacterial growth—both acids have significant antifungal effects.
FreshControl is non-corrosive to equipment and is a highly effective, easy-to-handle alternative to the use of organic acids. FreshControl inhibits the growth of a wide range of microorganisms and prevents nutrient and palatability losses in a TMR. Don’t risk reheating your TMR and losing nutrients and palatability. FreshControl keeps it cool!
