Swine producers worldwide are navigating disease pressure alongside major shifts toward responsible antibiotic use and rising consumer expectations for responsible production. These disease challenges can compromise gut health, weaken immune resilience, and lead to costly losses in performance which make maintaining efficiency and profitability increasingly difficult. As these challenges intensify, producers are prioritizing solutions that protect herd health while supporting sustainable, high‑performing operations.
In response, many swine producers are exploring innovative feed technologies that help animals withstand environmental stressors and pathogenic threats. Varium®, a natural, non‑antibiotic additive designed to fortify gut integrity and help swine better achieve genetic potential, has established itself as a trusted production tool. By supporting intestinal health and growth under real‑world production stress, Varium offers producers a practical way to enhance productivity while reducing reliance on traditional antibiotic interventions.
A Patented Defense for Gut Health
Varium is built around a simple philosophy: a healthier gut delivers healthier, more productive animals. Its patented blend of synergistic ingredients supports gut integrity and immune function through three targeted modes of action:
- Binding pathogenic bacteria and their toxins
- Providing an energy source to fuel the growth and repair of healthy enterocytes
- Stimulating immune response
This holistic approach enables animals to perform at their full potential without reliance on antibiotic growth promoters. In a recent study conducted on a commercial farm in Vietnam, results demonstrated Varium’s support of overall well-being and performance in swine. This study highlights improvements in key metrics like feed conversion and daily gain. Additionally, pigs fed Varium in this trial displayed a more balanced microbiota as well as decreased disease incidence. The boost in these critical performance standards offered improved economics, strengthening the return on investment for production-related costs.
Trial Summary
To better understand the real-world impact of Varium in swine production systems, a commercial trial was conducted using 200 growing pigs (Duroc × [Landrace × Yorkshire] 25.39 kg ± 4.0) at 70 days old. These pigs were randomly assigned to one of two diets, with a total of 100 growing pigs per treatment. These groups were divided into four replicate pens per treatment, containing 25 pigs each. The first treatment was the designated control, with the growing pigs fed a standard diet without Varium. The second treatment included the control diet supplemented with Varium at a dosage of 1kg per ton of feed. Data was collected in two phases, at 98 days of age and 120 days respectively.
Results
Improved Weight Gain and Feed Conversion
Across every phase of the study, pigs fed Varium outperformed the control group in both average daily gain and feed conversion. These improvements indicate better nutrient utilization, healthier gut function, and more consistent growth throughout the production cycle.
Healthier Microbiota & Lower Disease Incidence
Varium reduced pathogenic load in the gastrointestinal tract, allowing beneficial bacteria to thrive in a less competitive environment. This shift created a more stable, productive gut environment. A 3% reduction in disease incidence was also observed, representing an overall healthier herd in the experimental group.
Strong Economic Return
Feed efficiency is one of the most important profitability drivers in modern swine production. By optimizing feed utilization and lowering health related costs, Varium helped reduce the production cost per kilogram of weight gained, a major advantage in a cost sensitive market.
CONCLUSION
Varium delivers consistent, measurable improvements in growth performance, health, and economic return. As pressure increases to reduce reliance on antibiotic use, this natural, research-driven formula provides a practical alternative that supports gut function and nutrient utilization. By preserving feed efficiency and mitigating performance losses, Varium helps producers control feed costs, protect margins, and maintain productivity in the face of ongoing health and economic pressures.
Amlan remains committed to supporting the swine industry with science-backed solutions designed to improve animal welfare, promote sustainable practices, and protect producer profitability.
Product availability may vary by country, associated claims do not constitute medical claims and may differ based on government requirements. Varium is not for sale in the United States.
