Cattle Feed

ITC Labs is a trusted leader in cattle feed testing with over three decades of service experience. With NABL-accreditation, both our labs are among the 25 testing labs in India qualified to perform cattle feed testing as per ISO 2052:2023 standards.

Leaders in Comprehensive Tests

Cattle feeds are directly connected to human health in multiple ways. So, the testing of cattle feed is significant in safeguarding the health of livestock and consequently, human health. The tests help check for contamination with harmful substances and verify that the food feed to livestock is safe.
Cattle feed testing is categorised based on the type of livestock:
  • Cattle Feed: For cows, buffaloes, and other dairy animals
  • Poultry Feed For cows, buffaloes, and other dairy animals
  • Swine Feed: For pigs

Significance on Human Health

At ITC Labs, we know that hormonal supplements and contaminated feed can severely impact human health. Studies suggest links between early puberty in girls and health complications in men due to consuming products from livestock fed on unsafe feed. So, we work to eliminate these risks by testing feed and milk for toxins and contaminants, ensuring safe and toxin-free products for consumption.

Our testing facilities support both government organisations and private manufacturers to check if cattle feed meet the highest safety and quality standards.

Nutritional Testing and Regulatory Standards

Our testing services cover a wide range of parameters, including moisture, protein, fat, calcium, phosphorus, and vitamins. We also test for harmful substances like Aflatoxin B1 in cattle feed and Aflatoxin M1/M2 in cow milk to ensure that milk remains toxin-free and safe for human consumption.

Testing for Regulatory Compliance

Cattle feed is a category of products that requires mandatory BIS certification in India. We support manufacturers in satisfying these requirements by offering a comprehensive range of testing services:

  • Nutritional Value Testing: Ensures that the feed provides a balanced source of protein, energy, minerals, and vitamins.
  • Contaminant Analysis: Identifies and quantifies harmful substances in feed.
  • Stability Testing: Evaluates the shelf life and quality of feed over time.
We also assist in obtaining necessary certifications such as BIS and FSSAI licences
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Why Choose ITC Labs?

Cattle feed might contain several contaminants and can be pose severe health threats. Here is a list of harmful substances found in animal feed:
  • Mycotoxins: Aflatoxins can grow on feed ingredients, posing severe risks to animals and humans.
  • Heavy Metals: Lead, mercury, and arsenic can accumulate in animal tissues and transfer to humans through meat consumption.
  • Pesticidal Residues: Insecticides, herbicides, and fungicides can harm animals and humans.
  • Pathogens: Salmonella and E. coli can infect animals and transmit diseases through the food chain.
In addition to detecting harmful substances, testing ensures livestock receive a balanced diet, improving their health, productivity, and welfare. At ITC Labs, we follow the latest regulatory standards, including ISO 2052:2023, to ensure compliance and quality.
The tests at ITC Labs can identify aflatoxins, lead, mercury, arsenic, pesticide residues, and harmful bacteria like Salmonella and E. coli that could be present in cattle feed.
We adhere to ISO 2052:2023, NABL standards, and BIS certification requirements while complying with FSSAI guidelines to test for essential nutrients like protein, fat, calcium, phosphorus, and vitamins to ensure the feed meets nutritional requirements.
BIS certification is compulsory for Cattle Feed manufacturing and selling. We help manufacturers through the BIS certification process by conducting factory inspections, quality assessments, and compliance checks.