Table of Contents

1. What is Magnafat?
2. Can MagnaFat be included in pelleted feeds?
3. How do ruminants utilize MagnaFat?
4. Why is MagnaFat a better fat supplement for dairy feeds than others?
5. What are the economic benefits of infusing Magnafat to dairy feeds?
6. Can Magnafat reduce negative energy balance?
7. Does MagnaFat affect ruminal fermentation?

What is MagnaFat?

MagnaFat brand rumen bypass fat is a calcium salt of palm oil long chain fatty acids. MagnaFat is a highly digestible, concentrated energy source for dairy cows.

Can Magnafat be included in pelleted feeds?

Yes, MagnaFat is stable and can be included in pelleted feeds. Formulations containing as much as 10% MagnaFat can be pelleted. It will also not melt or freeze during storage.

How do ruminants utilize MagnaFat?

The long chain fatty acids are absorbed intact from the animals' lower gut. The absorbed fats are transferred to and utilized by all tissues in the body. Benefits include improved milk production, milk fat, reproduction, and body condition.

Why is Magnafat a better fat supplement to dairy feeds than others?

The energy value of a fat supplement is determined by its fat content and digestibility. MagnaFat has a 85-90% digestibility rate unlike other chemically saturated fat supplements which suffer from much lower ruminant digestibility. MagnaFat is also very palatable and will not cause reduced feed consumption. 

What are the economic benefits of infusing MagnaFat to dairy feeds?

Numerous studies have shown milk production improvement of 4-8% with high quality fat supplements. The economic analysis page will help you determine your net return from increased milk production by feeding Magnafat. Feeding MagnaFat can further provide other benefits like improved reproduction and body condition.

Can MagnaFat reduce negative energy balance?

Negative energy balance occurs when cows produce more energy in milk than they consume. This typically takes place in early lactation and during periods of environmental stress. The effects of severe negative energy balance include excessive body weight loss, ketosis, and reduced reproductive efficiency. MagnaFat improves ration energy density without reducing feed consumption. This reduces the negative energy balance interval.

Does MagnaFat affect ruminal fermentation?

MagnaFat has no impact on ruminal fermentation. The calcium-fatty acid complex is stable and will not dissociate in the rumen. It is 'rumen-inert'. The fatty acid component is released under the high acidity of the abomasum. Fat supplements that are not rumen inert can have a negative impact on ruminal fermentation. Negative effects include reduced fiber digestion, milk fat test, and feed consumption.