Our Product
EntroShield
Microencapsulated Oregano Essential Oil
Optimal gut health helps improve cattle performance, maintain intestinal barrier integrity, and mitigate the effects of stress. Our pharmaceutical-grade microencapsulation technology delivers pure oregano essential oil to the intestine to improve gut health.
Specifications
Product NameEntroShield
Product FormMicro-granule (0.6mm)
Application MethodDirect top-dress or incorporated into animal feed, premixes, or TMR
Target SpeciesBeef cattle / Dairy cattle / Calves
Target ApplicationsTransition dairy cows (3 weeks pre- to 3 weeks post-calving); post-weaning and receiving beef cattle.
Target BenefitsImmune support · Intestinal barrier integrity · Periparturient health · Respiratory health support · Improved feed efficiency
ActiveMicroencapsulated Oregano Essential Oil
Withdrawal PeriodNone required
Recommended UseBeef Cattle & Dairy Cows: 10–15 g/head/day, Calves: 5 g/head/day
Shelf Life24 months
Packaging50 lb (22.7 kg)
Mechanism of Action
The antibacterial effects of oregano essential oil
- Disrupts bacterial membrane integrity by interacting with membrane phospholipids.
- Inhibits biofilm formation.
- Exhibits antibacterial activity against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
Usage
During high-risk periods when gut health is most challenged
- Around calving — during the transition period
- At weaning — when diet and environment change rapidly
- During receiving — after transportation and arrival
- During diet transitions — including ration changes and adaptation
- During environmental stress — especially periods of heat or cold stress
- During high production demand — when metabolic pressure increases