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Leading the Way in Pet Nutrition: How linPET Delivers Sustainable Omega-3 Benefits

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December 2025

Cedric Meymarian, our International Sales Manager, shared his insights with International Petfood Magazine on the our unique sustainable and stable Omega-3 ingredient for pet food applications.

Fat is Back: Changing the Sensory Profile of Butter with Omega-3s

Butter enriched with Omega-3, showcasing the innovation of linPRO-R for healthier, more functional dairy products.

December 2025

Butter has been making a comeback for several years, opening the door to dairy innovations. An article in Hoard’s Dairyman from November 7th, 2025 discussed the growth of the butter segment. This growth is being driven by a reversal of medical opinion on saturated fats.

VIV MEA 2025: Exhibiting alongside our strategic partner Kubbar International, showcasing Omega-3 enrichment

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December 2025

O&T Farms features Raised Omega Right at WDE 2025

September 2025

Visiting World Dairy Expo each year is always exciting, but this year featuring our new Raised Omega Right program to the forefront is next level.

The Chilean publication, Cooprinforma, reports on O&T’s linPRO®-BR product

December 2024

As is well known, Omega-3 fatty acids are a very important element in modern human nutrition circles.

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An interview with our International Sales Manager, Cedric Meymarian on the benefits of linPET for pet food omega-3 enrichment

December 2025

Cedric Meymarian, our International Sales Manager, shared his insights with International Petfood Magazine on our unique sustainable and stable Omega-3 ingredient for pet food applications. O&T Farms developed an Omega-3 ingredient specifically for pet food applications and is seeing increasing demand for this product.

Omega-3s are increasingly important in pet nutrition. What market trends are you seeing, and how is O&T Farms adapting its sales and marketing strategies to meet evolving customer demands?

The worldwide omega-3 demand is increasing every year, not only in pet nutrition but also in swine, poultry, and dairy. Today, we all want the best for our companion animals: high-quality pet food that is sustainable, safe, and good for their health.

At O&T Farms, our challenge is to be able to support this demand by bringing the product which fits our clients’ expectations. As a privately owned company, we have flexibility and a high production capacity. Furthermore, we do grow with our client requests and created the linPET formula working with industry associates and a client.

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What is linPET?

O&T Farms is leading the way in sustainable pet nutrition with linPET, a highly stable, Omega-3 land-based feed ingredient designed specifically for pet food formulations. Made from flaxseed and field peas and utilizing a advanced patented technology process, linPET boasts a shelf life of 14 months, even in tropical climates. This makes it a reliable and sustainable alternative to marine-based Omega-3s, without the sensory issues associated with smell and taste.

The Key Benefits of linPET

linPET delivers a range of health benefits for pets, including:

Boosting the immune system
Anti-inflammatory properties
Supporting digestive health
Promoting a softer, shinier coat

These benefits make linPET an excellent ingredient for pet food manufacturers looking to create high-quality, health-focused products.

Addressing Industry Challenges with linPET

The pet food industry faces challenges like the unreliability of marine-based Omega-3s and the growing demand for sustainable solutions. LinPET offers a great alternative. Unlike fish oil, which oxidizes quickly and can result in spoilage, linPET remains stable and effective over time. This ensures that pet food manufacturers can deliver consistent, high-quality products to their customers By focusing on land-based, sustainable ingredients, O&T Farms is not only addressing the Omega-3 shortage but also setting a new standard for innovation in pet nutrition.

A Commitment to Sustainability and Innovation

O&T Farms’ advanced patented technology includes flaxseed, one of the richest sources of land-based Omega-3s, combined with field peas for their unique protein and starch base. This combination ensures excellent absorption and creates a natural barrier, making linPET shelf-stable. As Cedric further explains in the interview, “Sustainability is a key advantage of linPET. Fish oil is becoming less stable due to declining Omega-3 concentrations in fish populations. We can overcome this challenge by using products like linPET, which are 100% land-based and exceptionally stable.”

Transforming Pet Nutrition for a Healthier Future

linPET is more than just a feed ingredient—it’s a solution that supports healthier pets, promotes sustainable farming, and contributes to the wellbeing of the pet food industry. O&T Farms is proud to lead the way in creating products that meet the needs of today’s health-conscious pet owners.

Click here to read the full feature in International Petfood Magazine!

Changing the Sensory and Nutritional Profile of Butter With a Natural Omega-3 Feed Ingredient

Butter has been making a comeback for several years, opening the door to dairy innovations. An article in Hoard’s Dairyman from November 7^th, 2025 discussed the growth of the butter segment. This growth is being driven by a reversal of medical opinion on saturated fats. It is a corresponding knock on the health of margarine and its use of cross-linked vegetable oils. For several years O&T Farms has been working with progressive dairy farms demonstrating how Omega-3 enrichment into the feed can change the nutritional profile of dairy products – especially Omega-3 butter.

As noted in the article; butter has had a challenging nutritional reputation due to its high percentage of saturated fat. A pivotal 2014 medical study, however, suggested that saturated fat did not increase heart disease risk. This caused a pivot in consumer, health, and dietician opinion. This medical study sparked a rejuvenation of dairy, with headlines declaring, “Butter is Back.”

Since then, butter demand has continually increased year over year, creating a unique opportunity to innovate and even further enhance the value of butter.

O&T Farm’s contribution to healthier dairy products

O&T Farms has foreseen both the nutritional and sensory opportunity to change the fat profile of butter making it more spreadable (or softer), as well as nutritionally better. By enriching the cows feed with Omega-3 PUFAs (polyunsaturated fatty acids), the overabundant saturated fats can be reduced. In turn the Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids (PUFAs) are increased in the cow’s milk. These Omega-3 fats are classified as essential and are derived from Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA). They are classified as essential fatty acids as humans must make them part of dietary intake as the human body cannot make them. These essential Omega-3 fatty acids are vital for brain function, cell membranes, and reducing bad cholesterol. This novel Omega-3 feeding program developed by O&T Farms comes from a patented ingredient called linPRO-R.

linPRO-R is a rumen protected product made through an advanced patented manufacturing process, using sustainable land-based ingredients. By replacing some of the cows dietary saturated fats with much more beneficial polyunsaturated Omega-3 fatty acids, linPRO-R improves butter’s texture. It also boosts the health profile to the cow as well as to the final dairy products such as butter. This Omega-3 land-based feed ingredient from O&T Farms is made from flaxseed, field peas, and alfalfa, using an advanced patented technology that protects the weak-bonded Omega-3s. This process creates a rumen-protected feed ingredient that significantly improves cattle nutrition. This in turn enhances milk production and naturally enriches the final dairy products with valuable Omega-3s. The result is nutritionally better Omega-3 dairy products that consumers can add to their diet.

Fulfilling Consumer Demand

The demand by consumers for enriched functional foods is growing due to a revitalization of a balanced and nutritionally better diet, supporting their well-being. LinPRO-R is not just making nutritionally better butter. It’s supporting healthier cows, promoting sustainable farming, and contributing to a brighter future for the entire food system. Omega-3 Butter offers anti-inflammatory benefits, a healthier Omega-6 to Omega-3 ratio, and a softer, more desirable texture. O&T Farms is proud to lead the way in creating dairy products that meet the needs of today’s health-conscious consumers while advancing modern and sustainable agricultural practices

Click here to read the original article on the Hoard’s Dairyman website.

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The Human Side of Animal Nutrition in the Gulf Coast Region

December 2025

On our most recent visit to the VIV MEA show in Abu Dhabi, UAE we were once again pleased to be associated with our partner Kubbar International who were incredible hosts and exhibitors of our linPRO products. Working with their world-class team is nothing short of exceptional. They represent O&T Farms and our many Omega-3 ingredient products for species such as Dairy, Chicken and Eggs across the Gulf Coast Region.

Kubbar International operates from offices in five key countries—Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and the UAE—serving over 15 countries throughout the Gulf. With a cumulative experience of 120+ years, their team is not only passionate about their products but also deeply committed to advancing animal health. This dedication aligns seamlessly with O&T Farms’ mission of enhancing animal nutrition and human health through the power of Omega-3s. By incorporating our linPRO land-based feed ingredients, we’re opening the path to healthier, more functional Omega-3 dairy, Omega-3 chicken, and Omega-3 eggs, enriched to meet the growing demand for health-conscious, nutrient-rich food products.

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VIV MEA in Abu Dhabi, UAE, stands as the premier animal husbandry show in the Middle East, offering an enriched conference program that highlights the latest trends in dairy, poultry, eggs, cattle, and more. This year’s event, spanning three dynamic days, attracted over 10,800 attendees from 110+ countries. The Kubbar International booth was a hub of activity, buzzing with conversations, connections, and a shared vision of transforming the animal health and nutrition industry. Together, we showcased how linPRO is not just a feed ingredient—it’s a catalyst for innovation, higher dairy production, nutrient-packed eggs, and healthier poultry products that align with the needs of today’s health-conscious consumers.

Truly the Human Side of Animal Nutrition.

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October 2025

O&T Farms introduces WDE 2025 to Raised Omega Right program

Visiting World Dairy Expo each year is always exciting, but this year featuring our new Raised Omega Right program to the forefront is next level. Let our VP of Sales & Marketing, Rob Dreger show you around our booth space and some of our promotional materials to learn more. Don’t thank us – thank the cows!

For more about our Raised Omega Right program visit www.raisedomegaright.com

November 2024

linPRO®-BR as a source of Omega 3 and Bypass Protein for dairy cows

As is well known, Omega-3 fatty acids are a very important element in modern human nutrition circles. In times past, however, flaxseed (as reported in older books) was widely used in the diets of all dairy animals, being the main “oil meal”. Of course, it was almost always the by-product of oil extraction from flaxseed, but today the interest is more focused on the whole seeds which contain the full complement of oil (over 40%) of which about 50% is the important Omega-3 fatty acid called alpha-linolenic acid (ALA).

Interest in feeding cows Omega-3 enriched diets stems from several reports indicating improved overall reproductive performance, animal health and reduced methane. Omega-3 fatty acids are linked to improved immunity and given the sensitivity of today’s cows to even subclinical forms of several diseases, any help is welcome among dairy producers. In order to feed whole flaxseed, it is important that it is thermally processed; one such treatment is extrusion. It appears that feeding extruded flaxseed may have more benefits in terms of being a good source of bypass protein, thus competing with bypass soy.

To continue reading the full original article in Spanish click here:

https://cooprinforma.cl/index.php/2024/09/29/linpro-br-como-fuente-de-omega-3-y-proteina-bypass-para-vacas-lecheras/

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