Smartline Range

Methionine is the primary limiting amino acid for dairy cows. Because methionine is not sufficient in most rations, supplemental rumen protected methionine should be fed to meet the cow’s nutritional requirements for performance, reproduction and health. The Smartline range provides complementary solutions for different points in the digestion process. Smartamine® M delivers rumen‑protected methionine to the small intestine, while MetaSmart® supplies methionine in two ways, partly as a bioavailable source absorbed directly, and partly as a rumen‑available precursor that supports fermentation.

Improves milk yield and components
Optimizes reproduction and vitality
Reduces nitrogen emission

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Methionine shortage in high‑yielding cows requires specific supplementation

In most rations for high‑yielding dairy cows, the methionine supply falls short of their requirements, making supplemental rumen‑protected methionine necessary.

Protecting DL-methionine in the rumen

Rumen protection is essential because DL‑methionine is degraded in the rumen. Smartamine® M uses technology adapted to ruminant digestion, protecting methionine in the rumen and allowing absorption in the small intestine for high bioavailability. MetaSmart® matches the ruminant-specific methionine necessities, with 50% being bioavailable and 50% rumen available to help stabilize rumen fermentation.

Protected methionine improves absorption, milk components, and profitability

Smartamine® M’s coating protects methionine from rumen degradation and ensures controlled release in the abomasum, allowing efficient absorption in the small intestine. MetaSmart® delivers methionine through two complementary pathways—partly via direct absorption as metabolizable methionine and partly as a rumen‑available precursor that also contributes to stable fermentation—together supporting optimal milk fat, total components, and overall herd performance.

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Improve milk yield and components

Smartamine® M protects methionine from rumen fermentation and releases it in the abomasum, allowing full absorption in the small intestine. This ensures the cow receives the methionine it needs. MetaSmart® delivers methionine in two ways: 50% is absorbed through the rumen wall as a metabolizable methionine source, and 50% remains available in the rumen. Together, these technologies ensure adequate methionine supply, supporting higher milk yield and better milk components.

Optimal reproduction and vitality

Because Smartamine® M delivers methionine directly to the small intestine and MetaSmart® provides both metabolizable and rumen‑available methionine, the cow receives a more consistent methionine supply. Meeting methionine requirements supports the animal’s overall metabolic needs, contributing to optimal reproduction and vitality.

Reduce nitrogen emission

Smartamine® M ensures efficient absorption of DL‑methionine in the small intestine, while MetaSmart® supplies 50% metabolizable methionine and 50% rumen‑available methionine. This targeted methionine delivery helps the cow use dietary protein more efficiently. When methionine requirements are met, less excess nitrogen is wasted, resulting in reduced nitrogen emission.

Ruminants

Ensures effective methionine delivery
Supports consistent methionine supply
Improves nitrogen efficiency

RumenSmart®

Completing the Smartline range, Rumensmart® complements the methionine‑focused solutions by addressing a broader nutritional challenge that often limits the effectiveness of any ration: maintaining a stable and efficient rumen environment. While Smartamine® M and MetaSmart® ensure that cows receive the metabolizable methionine they need for milk production, reproduction and nitrogen efficiency, many high‑yielding cows still struggle to fully utilize their diet due to inconsistent fibre digestion, rumen pH fluctuations and variable forage quality. Rumensmart® targets these issues by supporting the activity of key fibre‑digesting microbes and promoting a more stable fermentation process. This enhances fibre digestion, improves nutrient release and contributes to a more reliable energy supply for the cow. As part of the Smartline range, Rumensmart® ensures that the ration’s building blocks, including protected methionine, are utilized as efficiently as possible, helping herds maintain performance during ration changes or periods of stress, and supporting optimal feed efficiency and productivity across varying farm conditions.