Azelis brings BEWITAL agri’s rumen-protected amino acids to UK

UK – Azelis, a leading global distributor of specialty chemicals, has introduced BEWITAL agri’s BEWI-FATRIX range of rumen-protected amino acids to the UK and Ireland, offering dairy producers a research-backed tool to boost milk yields, improve protein efficiency, and reduce nitrogen excretion.

Developed in Germany by BEWITAL agri, the BEWI-FATRIX products use advanced cryotechnology to protect essential amino acids such as lysine and methionine from rumen degradation.

This ensures that they reach the small intestine, where they can be effectively absorbed and utilised by the animal.

“Supplementing low-crude-protein diets with amino acids provides a smarter solution for reducing the environmental footprint of the dairy sector,” said Leia Trotman, Ruminant & Equine Technical Sales Manager at Azelis UK. 

“In many standard rations, methionine and lysine are the first-limiting amino acids. The BEWI-FATRIX range helps balance amino acid supply with precision and high bioavailability, improving protein efficiency, boosting performance, and supporting sustainability.”

Precision nutrition for modern dairy systems

As dairy farmers face growing pressure to cut soya use, reduce nitrogen losses, and optimise feed efficiency, amino acid delivery has become a central focus in nutrition strategies. 

Without adequate levels of methionine and lysine, milk protein synthesis declines, but simply raising crude protein levels can create inefficiencies and environmental strain.

“As producers move towards soya-reduced rations and alternative protein sources like rapeseed meal, the risk of lysine deficiency increases,” added Trotman. “Without an adequate supply of methionine and lysine, milk protein synthesis suffers. Simply increasing crude protein can create inefficiencies, strain metabolism, waste energy and contribute to negative environmental impacts.”

The BEWI-FATRIX technology embeds amino acids evenly in a fat matrix, derived from either palm oil or the more sustainable rapeseed oil, rather than relying on conventional fat coatings. This process improves stability and intestinal digestibility. 

Trials by Schothorst Feed Research demonstrated a rumen bypass rate of 86.4% for BEWI-FATRIX® Methionine, with 88% intestinal availability and 77.4% bioavailability.

Proven performance and sustainability benefits

Key products in the range include BEWI-FATRIX Methionine and RS-Methionine for milk protein synthesis and liver function, BEWI-FATRIX Lysine and RS-Lysine for soya-free rations, and BEWI-FATRIX LM 101, which combines lysine and methionine for greater nitrogen efficiency. 

The latter was recognised with an Innov’Space Award at the 2022 SPACE Livestock Show in France.

“We’re seeing strong demand from UK producers wanting to fine-tune rations and meet environmental goals,” noted Trotman. “BEWI-FATRIX is easy to incorporate into premixes, minerals, or complete feeds and is backed by robust science – making it a practical and effective choice for forward-thinking dairy systems.”

Azelis emphasises that the launch aligns with its long-term sustainability programme, Impact 2030, which includes greenhouse gas reduction targets guided by the Science Based Targets initiative. 

By enabling more efficient protein utilisation and reducing nitrogen excretion, the BEWI-FATRIX range supports both farm profitability and environmental stewardship.

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