DENLAC – BY PASS FAT (99% bypass fat)

Bypass fat, also known as rumen-protected fat, is a type of dietary fat that is specifically designed to pass through the rumen, the first stomach compartment of ruminant animals, without being digested. This allows the fat to reach the lower digestive tract, where it can be absorbed and used as an energy source.

Bypass fat is typically made from long-chain fatty acids that are coated with a protective layer, such as calcium salts. This coating prevents the fatty acids from being broken down by bacteria in the rumen, allowing them to pass through to the small intestine.

When animals experience delayed conception after calving, it leads to longer inter-calving intervals. This can result in decreased milk production during the lactation period. To combat this, farmers often supplement their animals’ diets with oil or ghee, which can be costly and can negatively impact the rumen’s ability to digest fiber.

Feeding high yielding cattle with a bypass fat supplement during advanced pregnancy and early lactation stages can help reduce energy deficiency. This, in turn, can lead to improved milk production and reproduction. For optimal results, dairy animals should be fed the bypass fat supplement for ten days before and ninety days after calving, with a recommended daily supplement of 15-20 g per kg milk production or 100-150 g per animal. Compared to feeding ghee/oil, bypass fat does not hamper fibre digestion and is always the more beneficial option.

Benefits of bypass fat:

• Increased milk production: Bypass fat provides a concentrated source of energy for dairy cows, which can lead to increased milk production.
• Improved reproductive performance: Bypass fat can help to improve reproductive performance in dairy cows by reducing the risk of metabolic disorders, such as ketosis.
• Enhanced body condition: Bypass fat can help to improve body condition in dairy cows, especially during periods of lactation when they are in a negative energy balance.

Sources of bypass fat:

• Commercial bypass fat supplements: There are a number of commercially available bypass fat supplements that are specifically designed for ruminant animals.
• Protected oils: Some oils, such as palm oil, can be processed to create a protected form of bypass fat.
• Fat from certain feedstuffs: Some feedstuffs, such as soybeans and sunflower seeds, contain naturally occurring bypass fat.

Feeding bypass fat:

• Lactating cows: Bypass fat is typically fed to lactating cows at a rate of 1-3% of their dry matter intake.
• Growing cattle: Bypass fat can also be fed to growing cattle to help them gain weight more efficiently.
• Other ruminant animals: Bypass fat can also be fed to other ruminant animals, such as sheep and goats.

Considerations when feeding bypass fat:

• Cost: Bypass fat is typically more expensive than other types of feedstuffs, so it is important to weigh the cost of the supplement against the benefits.
• Palatability: Some animals may not readily accept bypass fat supplements, so it may be necessary to mix the supplement with other feedstuffs.
• Rumen health: Overfeeding bypass fat can disrupt rumen function, so it is important to feed it at the correct level.

Overall, bypass fat can be a valuable tool for improving the performance of ruminant animals. However, it is important to use it correctly and to consult with a qualified animal nutritionist to determine the appropriate level of bypass fat for your animals.