SAFGLUCAN®

SafGlucan® is a purified yeast fraction containing a guaranteed minimum of 50% biologically active β-1,3/1,6-glucans extracted from Saccharomyces cerevisiae. Unlike β-glucans from cereals, yeast β-1,3/1,6-glucans are recognised for their ability to interact with immune cell receptors, helping support a balanced innate immune response. By promoting immune readiness and intestinal resilience, SafGlucan® helps animals better cope with health, environmental and production challenges while supporting overall wellbeing and performance across multiple species.

SafGlucan® supports the body's first line of defence by interacting with specialised innate immune cells in the gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT), including Peyer's patches. Yeast β-1,3/1,6-glucans bind to immune receptors that help prime these cells for a faster, more balanced response to bacterial, viral and environmental challenges. By supporting mucosal immunity where many pathogens are first encountered, SafGlucan® promotes intestinal resilience, overall health and consistent animal performance.

Around 70% of the body's immune cells are associated with the gastrointestinal tract, making gut health central to overall immune function. Yeast β-1,3/1,6-glucans are recognised by specialised immune cells within the gut mucosa, helping prime the innate immune system while supporting mucosal immunity and intestinal integrity. This targeted mode of action helps animals maintain resilience during health, environmental and production challenges, contributing to improved wellbeing and performance across multiple species.

Yes. Growing research shows that yeast β-1,3/1,6-glucans contribute to intestinal resilience by supporting gut integrity and mucosal immunity. A healthier intestinal barrier helps animals maintain nutrient absorption and performance during periods of enteric stress. In pigs, SafGlucan® is particularly valuable during challenges associated with Lawsonia intracellularis and other enteric pathogens, where maintaining gut function is critical for health, growth and feed efficiency.

SafGlucan® is suitable for a wide range of production animals, including swine, poultry, cattle, aquaculture species and companion animals. Across species, it helps support immune competence and resilience during periods of disease pressure, vaccination, environmental stress and production transitions. Its consistent mode of action makes it a versatile nutritional solution for maintaining animal health, welfare and performance as part of an integrated feeding and health management program.