Humates Boost Livestock Growth, Health & Quality

Benefits at a glance 

• Faster Growth & Better Efficiency – Reach market weight sooner while improving feed conversion.
• Healthier Animals – Stronger immune systems, better digestion, and lower mortality rates.
• Better Meat, Milk & Eggs – Higher protein, richer flavor, improved texture, and better yolk color.
• Lower Environmental Impact – Reduce ammonia and nitrogen emissions from manure.
• Produce healthier manure – lowers ammonia by ~18%, reduces odor, and adds stable organic matter back to soil.
• Easy to Use – Add directly to feed or water for consistent results.

Raising animals today isn’t only about reaching market weight — it’s about efficiency, product quality, and long term sustainability. Humates provide a natural way to support all three.
 

What Are Humates?
Humates are natural compounds made up of humic and fulvic acids, formed as ancient plant matter breaks down. When added to feed or water, they:

• Improve digestion and nutrient absorption
• Strengthen immunity and gut health
• Boost feed efficiency and daily weight gains
• Enhance product quality — higher-protein meat, richer milk, and better egg color and structure
• Reduce mortality rates in young animals
• Produce healthier manure with less ammonia, less odor, and more value when returned to soil

For livestock producers, humates mean healthier animals, higher value products, and a more resilient operation.

1. Faster Growth & Better Feed Efficiency

• Cattle: Feedlot cattle reached market weight sooner with better fat quality. Calves grew faster, and dairy cows produced ~6.4% more milk with higher protein and fat.
• Pigs: Just 0.5% humic acid improved average daily gain (ADG), feed conversion, and reduced ammonia emissions by 18%.
• Poultry: Broilers gained more weight, converted feed more efficiently, and yielded more breast and thigh meat with better texture and color.

2. Support Animal Health, Immunity & Digestion

• Humic and fulvic acids protect the digestive system, balance gut microbes, and strengthen immune response.
• Calves and piglets: less diarrhea, stronger immunity, lower mortality rates, and better growth.
• Broilers: developed stronger bones and healthier meat.

3. Deliver Higher Quality Meat, Milk & Eggs

• Meat: Higher protein, less fat, improved flavor, color, and less water loss during cooking.
• Milk: More fat, protein, and lactose; cows produced ~6.4% more milk.
• Eggs: Hens laid more eggs with richer yolk color, better albumen height, and overall better quality.

4. Lower Mortality in Young Animals

• Piglets and calves fed humates had reduced scours and lower mortality rates.
• Poultry flocks saw fewer losses and overall stronger health.

5. Produce Healthier Manure

• Pigs on humates produced manure with ~18% less ammonia, less odor, and faster breakdown.
• Manure added more stable organic matter, improving soil health when recycled.

6. Long Term Farm Sustainability

• By improving animal performance and manure quality, humates reduce nitrogen and ammonia emissions.
• This supports both profitable production and a more sustainable farming system.

• Boost production without adding more animals
• Improve product quality for higher market value
• Reduce environmental impact lower odor and environmental impact by cutting nitrogen and ammonia emissions
• Easy to use: easily mixed into feed or drinking water for consistent, reliable results.

Not all humic products are created equal. Most on the market are made from leonardite, a source mined in the U.S. that typically contains only 15–40% humic substances and higher levels of ash and heavy metals. That means animals — and farmers — get less benefit for every dose.

Humalite is different. Found only in Alberta, Canada, this unique deposit formed from plant based material in freshwater environments. The result is a humate that’s:

• Much richer: naturally 75–90% humic acid, far above typical products.
• Cleaner and safer: naturally low in ash and heavy metals, making it better for both animal health and product safety.
• More effective: our Fulvic Isolation Technology™ (FIT™) separates and purifies the fulvic and humic fractions, ensuring animals get the most bioavailable, consistent, pure product possible.

For livestock producers, that means:

• Stronger digestive and immune support for healthier animals.
• Better feed efficiency and weight gains from every ration.
• Higher-quality meat, milk, and eggs that command better value.
• Cleaner manure that reduces odor and emissions while benefiting soil.

When it comes to humates, source and purity matter. That’s why Humalite — delivered through Vitalité YieldMax — outperforms standard humic products in the barn, in the field, and on the balance sheet.

No matter what you raise — cattle, pigs, poultry, or rabbits — humates help you grow animals faster, improve product quality, and cut waste, all while strengthening health and lowering emissions. On the crop side, standard humics already deliver benefits by boosting yields, improving fertilizer efficiency, and reducing chemical use.

But Humalite goes further. Backed by independent research and on-farm trials, it consistently shows higher gains in yield, protein, and nutrient efficiency — both in the barn and in the field.

The result? Every healthier animal, every liter of chemical saved, every kilogram of nitrogen avoided, and every extra ton of yield adds up to stronger profits today and a more sustainable farm for the future.

For Livestock

• Grow animals faster with better feed efficiency
• Produce higher-quality meat, milk, and eggs
• Strengthen immunity and digestion for healthier herds and flocks
• Lower mortality rates in young animals
• Cleaner manure with ~18% less ammonia, less odor, and more soil value

For Crops & Forage

• Boost yields and crop quality (grain, hay, silage, pasture)
• Improve fertilizer efficiency and nutrient uptake
• Build healthier soil for long term productivity

Why Humalite Delivers More

• Backed by independent research and real farm results that go beyond what standard humics achieve
• Higher purity, cleaner, and more bioavailable than typical humic sources
• Consistently drives bigger gains in animal performance, crop yields, and soil health

The Result
Every healthier animal, every ton of better forage, every liter of chemical saved, and every kilogram of nitrogen avoided adds up to:

• Higher profits today
• A more resilient, sustainable farm for the future

If you’re ready to grow more while spending less on fertilizer, now is the time to try Vitalité YieldMax. This isn’t just another soil additive — it’s a proven humate blend, backed by years of University of Alberta research and real-world farmer results.

Farmers are seeing stronger, healthier crops, higher yields, and reduced fertilizer requirements — all while improving soil structure and long-term productivity. Test it in your own fields and see firsthand why researchers and growers agree: Vitalité YieldMax outperforms.

🌱 Application rates for Vitalité YieldMax depend on soil type, crop, and intended use. Typically, our minimum order of 1 kg is enough to treat approximately 17–25 acres, depending on application rate. For livestock applications, usage varies by species and purpose. Quotes for both crop and livestock applications are customized to reflect your specific needs and goals and include an estimate of your potential cost savings. Larger orders provide extended coverage and a lower cost per kilogram, ensuring the best return on investment.

👉 Get started today — request your free, no obligation quote and find out how Vitalité YieldMax can fit into your operation and budget.

👉 Read More: Humates for Crops — Higher Yields, Healthier Soil, Lower Costs

Humates are changing the way farmers grow by boosting crop yields, improving nutrient use efficiency, and strengthening root systems while building healthier soils. Research and field trials with Vitalité YieldMax show 14–19% higher grain yields, 23–30% more protein, and up to 60% better nutrient efficiency — all while reducing fertilizer needs and improving long term soil health.

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