Compositions and methods for mitigating methanogenesis in animals
US10695393B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 14, 2018 |
| Grant date | Jun 30, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 30, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P31/04
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Embodiments herein include a composition that can include a saponin composition including saponins and at least one medium chain fatty acid (MCFA) or ester or salt thereof. In an embodiment, the saponins and at least one MCFA present in the composition can work synergistically to prevent methanogenesis by bacteria. In another embodiment, a method of processing animal feed using the compositions herein is included. Other embodiments are also included herein.
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