Beta Carotene Feed Grade

Beta-Carotene Benefits

Feed-grade beta-carotene plays an important role in animal husbandry and aquaculture, and its benefits include:

Enhanced Pigmentation

Significantly improve the skin, feather and egg yolk color of poultry, livestock and fish, and enhance the market appeal and commercial value of products.

Immune Support

As a powerful antioxidant, it can strengthen the immune system of animals, improve disease resistance, reduce disease occurrence, and thus reduce drug costs and mortality.

Promote Growth And Development

Participating in the synthesis of vitamin A in animals has a positive effect on vision, bone growth, reproductive health and other aspects, and promotes the healthy growth of cubs.

Improve Reproductive Performance

For parents in breeding stock and aquaculture, beta carotene improves reproductive performance and increases litter size and survival.

Optimize Meat Quality

Improve the nutritional value and taste of meat and eggs, and make the products more healthy and delicious.

Economical And Efficient

Using beta-carotene is more economical and safer than directly adding vitamin A because animals can convert beta-carotene to vitamin A as needed, reducing the risk of overdose.

In summary, feed grade beta carotene can not only improve the appearance and internal quality of farmed products, but also help to enhance the overall health and production performance of animals, and is an indispensable nutritional supplement for modern aquaculture.

Food Sources For Beta Carotene

Food sources of beta carotene (beta-carotene) are very rich and are concentrated in dark green, yellow and orange vegetables and fruits. Here are some foods that are rich in beta carotene:

Carrot

It is the most well-known food rich in beta-carotene, which is where the name “carrot” comes from.

Green Leafy Vegetable 

These include spinach, kale, romaine and lettuce. The darker these vegetables are, the higher their beta-carotene content is.

Sweet Potato

Orange sweet potatoes are a good source of beta-carotene.

Pumpkin

Orange-yellow pumpkins are rich in this nutrient.

Zucchini (Some Varieties)

In particular, darker varieties contain more beta-carotene.

Cantaloupe melon

This melon is rich in beta-carotene, as well as other vitamins and minerals.

Citrus Fruit

Like oranges and mangoes, they are not only colorful, but also a source of beta-carotene.

Winter Melon

Although not as typical as the above foods, some varieties of winter melon may also contain some amount of beta-carotene.

Red Pepper

Red peppers and bell peppers are both good sources of beta-carotene.

The beta-carotene in these foods is converted into vitamin A in the body and is essential for vision, skin health, immune function, and cell growth. For better absorption, it is recommended to eat with foods that contain healthy fats, as beta-carotene is a fat-soluble vitamin.