Key Ingredients
What’s Inside Matters
At PTUSA, we believe better nutrition starts with better ingredients. Our products are formulated to provide the essential nutrition that supports animal health and performance. Distillers grains, the foundation of our products, deliver a reliable source of protein and energy, while added ingredients like garlic and yucca bring targeted benefits. Together, they reflect our commitment to practical, science-backed nutrition.
Distillers Grains
A nutrient-rich product of ethanol production, distillers grains are concentrated to contain up to three times the protein and digestible fiber found in corn grain. They are widely used in cattle, dairy, swine, and poultry diets.
• Support efficient feed conversion and growth
• Provide long shelf life and ease of transportability
• Used across species for consistent nutritional value
Garlic
Garlic is included in our formulations for palatability enhancement as well as its potential as a natural insect-repellent and for immune support. Various studies have reported garlic’s active sulfur compounds like diallyl sulfide and diallyl disulfide are responsible for these benefits to livestock production.
Studies have shown:
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Garlic residue in mineral salt can reduce tick infestations by 50% or more
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Potential reduced fly abundance and defensive behaviors in pastured cattle
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Improvement in performance and immune status
Studies:
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Castro Alvarenga, L. A., Lana, R. P., Borges, I., & Pereira, J. C. (2004). Alteration of the ticks load of bovines under intake of different levels of residuals of the improvement of garlic. Ciência e Agrotecnologia, 28(4), 906–912.
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Durunna, O., & Lardner, H. (2021). Impact of garlic-infused salt supplement on fly abundance, salt intake, and defensive behaviors in grazing beef cows. Sustainable Agriculture Research, 10(1), 54–60.
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Rabee, A.E., El Shereef, A.A., Nassar, M.S. et al. Effect of garlic powder supplementation on rumen microbiota and histology, and blood metabolites in Barki lambs. BMC Vet Res 21, 116 (2025).
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Mudau, F., Durunna, O., Mapiye, C., Semwogerere, F., Hagg, F., Raffrenato, E., & Molotsi, A. (2025). Insights into garlic (Allium sativum)'s nutrigenomics-associated fly-repellent potency in cattle. Tropical Animal Health and Production, 57, 154.
Yucca
Yucca extract is rich in natural saponins and antioxidants. Various studies report that Yucca supports rumen efficiency and helps reduce environmental impact by lowering ammonia and methane emissions.
Studies have shown Yucca can:
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Reduce rumen ammonia levels
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Support microbial protein synthesis
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Improve feed conversion and nutrient absorption
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Reduce methane emissions
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Promote a healthier confinement or pasture environment
Studies:
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Mackey, S. J., Cooke, R. F., Pickett, A. T., Batista, L. F. D., Mendes, E. D. M., Rincker, M. J., & Colombo, E. A. (2023). Inclusion of Yucca schidigera extract into finishing diets: Impacts on ruminal, physiological, and productive responses of feedlot cattle. Translational Animal Science. 7(1): txad071.
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de Sousa, O. A., Cooke, R. F., Brandão, A. P., Schubach, K. M., Schumaher, T. F., Bohnert, D. W., & Marques, R. S. (2021). Productive and physiological responses of feeder cattle supplemented with Yucca schidigera extract during feedlot receiving. Eastern Oregon Agricultural Research Center Annual Report. 97(1): 208–219.
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Snelling TJ, Condren M, Huntington JA, Warren HE, Taylor- Pickard J, Sinclair LA. 2025. The rumen microbiota and metabolism of dairy cows are affected by the dietary rate of inclusion of Yucca schidigera extract. Microbiol Spectr 13:e00641-25.
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Hristov AN, McAllister TA, Van Herk FH, Cheng KJ, Newbold CJ, Cheeke PR. Effect of Yucca schidigera on ruminal fermentation and nutrient digestion in heifers. J Anim Sci. 1999 Sep;77(9):2554-63.
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