Orffa and Florates Introduce Rapid Gut Health Diagnostic for Livestock

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Global feed solutions leader Orffa has partnered with Florates, a specialist in diagnostic tools, to launch "Instant Insight in Animal Gut Health"—a groundbreaking service that provides rapid microbiome analysis and predictive analytics for livestock. This innovative technology enables farmers and nutritionists to assess gut health within 24 hours using non-invasive sampling, offering a proactive approach to animal health management.

With rising concerns over antimicrobial resistance and the need for more efficient livestock production, this solution allows for early detection of gut health issues before symptoms appear. By providing quick, detailed insights, farmers can take immediate, targeted action to improve feed efficiency, prevent disease, and enhance overall animal welfare. The technology also helps compare flocks, adjust feed strategies, and predict key outcomes like mortality rates and final body weight.

Arno van der Aa, Director of Marketing & Innovation at Orffa, emphasized the transformative potential of this service. He highlighted how combining Florates’ cutting-edge microbiome analysis with Orffa’s expertise in feed solutions will enable the industry to adopt science-backed nutritional strategies. The collaboration aligns with Orffa’s commitment to delivering innovative services that enhance productivity and sustainability in livestock farming.

Florates' CEO and co-founder, Kirsten van Hees, expressed excitement about the partnership’s ability to scale their diagnostic tool globally. She noted that this data-driven approach will not only help refine gut health monitoring but also contribute to the development of more precise predictive algorithms. By analyzing gut microbiota balance, inflammation markers, and overall digestive health, the technology equips producers with actionable insights to reduce antibiotic dependency and optimize feed formulations.

The Instant Insight in Gut Health service will make its official debut at VIV Asia 2025, a premier international livestock industry event. The technology will be showcased on March 12 at 3:00 PM (Hall 2, Stand 3050), where industry professionals can explore its applications and benefits firsthand. To further educate livestock producers, Orffa and Florates will host an exclusive webinar on April 3, 2025, in partnership with AllAboutFeed.

By introducing this rapid gut health diagnostic tool, Orffa and Florates are ushering in a new era of proactive livestock management. Their joint innovation provides farmers with a powerful tool to enhance productivity, ensure animal welfare, and promote sustainable, data-driven livestock nutrition practices.