Trace minerals play a vital role in several metabolic functions in the animal body. These minerals can be derived from organic as well as inorganic sources. Inorganic trace minerals, such as sulphates, carbonates, chlorides, and oxides of elements, interact with tannin, fiber, silicates, oxalate, phytate, and other minerals in the gastrointestinal tract of animals, thereby affecting the feed absorption process. As organic trace minerals such as selenium, zinc, copper, and manganese improve gut absorption in animals, they are being increasingly used in animal feed.
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| Organic Trace Minerals Market Outlook |
As organic trace minerals also include iron, the surging iron deficiency among poultry and ruminants will help the organic trace minerals market register significant growth in the coming years. Additionally, the mounting focus of animal farm owners on strengthening animal immunity will create a huge requirement for minerals such as copper and manganese in the foreseeable future. Furthermore, the surge in the number of animal farms is propelling the demand for organic trace minerals, as veterinarians are increasingly recommending using these products in animal feed.
