Ractopamine is commonly used to enhance muscle growth, improve feed efficiency, and increase lean meat yield in livestock.
Innolab is divided into three core divisions, FOOD, FEED, and DATA, each targeting a distinct area of transformation.
The kit, featuring a water-based extraction method, enables accurate quantitative determination of deoxynivalenol (DON) in both wheat and corn.
It confirms that DSM 11798 remains safe for use in feed for pigs and all avian species under previously approved conditions.
Dry food products, particularly those made in the U.S. and Europe, were more frequently contaminated and had higher concentrations of the most harmful metals.
While the decision permits the import and processing of the GM corn for food and feed, it explicitly excludes their cultivation within the trading bloc.
ASF has devastated pig populations in parts of Asia, Europe, and Africa in recent years and controlling its spread is a top priority for the global pork industry.
EFSA also confirmed the safety and efficacy of two additional feed additives, but warned against resultant skin and respiratory irritation.
This toolbox will facilitate the fair trade of animal-derived food products by establishing internationally recognised limits for veterinary drug residues.
Costa Rica will now join Ecuador, Chile, and the United Kingdom on BioMar’s list of ASC-certified production sites.