New independent research validates FeedARMOR against EhV, the industry standard surrogate model virus for African swine fever virus (ASFV). McNess says this marks a significant step forward in low inclusion (<2 lbs per ton) feed biosecurity.
“Feed ingredients are a confirmed introduction pathway for ASFV, and there is currently no approved U.S. vaccine for the virus,” McNess says. “Research has shown ASFV-like viruses can survive in feed for up to 120 days at all storage temperatures, meaning extended storage alone is not an effective mitigation strategy.”
Protects Against ASFV Surrogate Virus
The Schroeder Laboratory at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine tested FeedARMOR against EhV. Within one hour, the results showed 99.99% reductions in viable virus.
“ASFV and PEDV are the most serious disease threats facing U.S. pork producers today that require effective and trusted feed mitigation,” says Fredrik Sandberg, innovation consultant. “FeedARMOR gives producers a research-validated and production tested feed mitigant to address that risk in the feed, before it ever reaches the pig.”
Expands Efficacy Across Key Pathogens
Two independent university studies have expanded its proven efficacy since FeedARMOR’s launch a year ago. In addition to the ASFV research, a second University of Minnesota study demonstrated up to 100% reduction of porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDV) and significant reductions in H4N6 influenza within one hour, even under extremely high viral challenge conditions.
How does it work? This product utilizes proprietary, patent-pending technology to deliver feed mitigation at low feeding rates and is available as a dry formula, with liquid approach coming in Autumn of 2026, the company says.
“The low inclusion rate of 2–6 lbs. per ton is easier to implement, store, handle and apply than for example formaldehyde-based mitigants, or other harsher mitigants with handling restrictions, promoting better worker safety in the feed mill,” the company adds. “FeedARMOR is also cost-effective, allowing further investment into complementary biosecurity measures such as water or air mitigation of pathogens.”
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