• Proactive nutrition: Protec is specifically formulated to proactively boost immunity leading up to stressful events.
• Specific nutrition: Spectra SF provides active nutrition during the period of elevated water temperatures.
Protec
prepare for stress
Skretting’s new health feed, Protec, stands on four cornerstones.
1 Strengthens the immune system
Beta-glucans, high doses of vitamin C and nucleotides are well-documented nutritional supplements that stimulate the immune system. This enables the body’s defence mechanisms to be better equipped to combat pathogens and repair damaged tissue.
2 Strengthens intestinal function
Protec stimulates the mucous membrane in the intestine helping to maintain structure and function, particularly for fish held in sub-optimal water temperatures. Intestinal health dictates the absorption of nutrients from the feed to the fish – a healthy intestine means better nutrient assimilation, therefore more robust fish. Strengthened intestines also provide the barrier against bacteria and viruses, which may cause illness.
3 Modified intestinal micro-flora
A unique mixture of natural additives ensures that Protec has a positive influence on the micro-flora in the intestinal tract.
4 Improves antioxidative capacity and cellular function
Protec fortifies the fish’s store of antioxidants and vitamins. As fuel for the immune system, increased quantities of antioxidants are a prerequisite for the mounting of an immune response against potential pathogens. Further, additional antioxidants promote stronger cellular integrity and function that can otherwise be compromised in cool water.
When and how to use Protec
Protec should be used leading up to stressful events, such as the onset of summer, grading events, or known periods of higher disease risk.
- Protec should be used for 2 weeks prior and 2 weeks following events such as grading.
- Protec should be used 4 weeks prior to the onset of summer or known periods of increased disease risk. A recovery period of 4 weeks using Protec should follow these events.
Spectra SF
specific nutrition for summer
Spectra SF has been developed to provide active nutrition at the right time. For example, Spectra SF assists fish to combat the ill effects during extended periods of sub-optimal water temperatures, such as those experienced in the summer months. Specifically formulated to counteract the chronic effect of environmental stress, Spectra SF is your warm water specialist by administering active nutrition on three levels.
1 Improved feed intake and micronutrient availability
A reduction in feed intake due to high water temperatures leads to an energetic imbalance and nutritional deficiencies. Spectra SF is a highly palatable diet due to the specific incorporation of selected raw materials. In addition, Spectra SF is fortified with additional vitamins and minerals.
2 Enhanced digestion and liver protection
The liver and pancreas are essential organs for digestion and metabolism, but are compromised during summer months. Spectra SF contains raw materials with high digestibility, and has a reduced energetic content so as to not place further burden on functioning organs. Additionally, natural protectors are also included for liver protection.
3 Active components
In addition to the specific selection of raw materials, micronutrient addition, altered protein to energy ratio and liver enhancers, Spectra SF contains the same active components, beta-glucans, extra vitamin C, nucleotides and a mix of natural additives, as the new health feed Protec.
When and how to use Spectra SF
Spectra SF should be used continuously when water temperatures result in a reduction in feed intake. Spectra SF should be preceded by the use of Protec for a period of 4 weeks. Protec should also be used for an additional 4 week period once water temperatures return to pre-summer levels to fully recover fish.
each Skretting feed features nutrition specific to the challenge to which the fish are exposed.
Our Spectra range of feeds for freshwater rainbow trout are formulated to provide optimised nutrition during normal growing conditions. These well rounded feeds will promote excellent growth and lowest possible feed conversion ratios.
Protec is designed to provide proactive nutrition leading up to stressful events, by boosting immunity and supporting gut welfare.
Spectra SF has been developed for times when specific nutrition is required to counteract sub-optimal environmental conditions. Having primed the immune system and strengthened intestinal health with Protec, Spectra SF continues to assist the fish in warm water through improved nutrient digestibility and enhanced organ functionality.