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.

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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.

The Human Side of Animal Nutrition in the Gulf Coast Region

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/

November 2024

All in the family

New research shows adding omega-3s to broiler breeder diets improves health and resilience of broiler chicks

As the poultry sector continues exploring alternatives to antibiotics that can support broiler bird health and growth, a groundbreaking study at the University of Guelph took a step back to look at opportunities to first boost the health of broiler breeder hens. The premise was straightforward: feed them omega-3 fatty acids and see if the benefits could be passed on to the broiler chick.

“We wanted to find out that if we enriched the diet of broiler breeder hens with omega-3s, are they able to pass along the benefits through the egg so we have broiler chicks that are stronger and more resilient?” says Dr. Elijah Kiarie, professor of monogastric nutrition and McIntosh Family Professorship in Poultry Nutrition at the University of Guelph, who oversaw the research with his graduate student Dr. Aizwarya (Ash) Thanabalan.

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https://mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?i=833182&p=8&view=issueViewer&pp=1

July 2024

Although advanced genetics, nutrition and management have led to increased efficiency in broiler hen production, they are still often afflicted by physiological and metabolic disorders which lead to economic losses for producers. As genetic advancements increase production efficiency, the embryonic and immediate post-hatch time period becomes critical for production viability of broilers.

Recent published research from the University of Guelph investigated the effects of Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) on breeder hens and their progeny for growth and health.

Key Takeaways

linPRO increased body weight (BW) of progeny

linPRO increased breast weight yield of progeny

linPRO improved feed conversion ratio (FCR) of progeny

Drs. Aizwarya Thanabalan and Elijah G. Kiarie had their research results published in Poultry Science on May 22, 2024.  Their research analyzed the effects of linPRO, an Omega-3, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) feed ingredient, compared to an Omega-3 microalgae docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)  feed ingredient as well as a control diet (no Omega-3 enrichment) on breeder hens and their progeny for performance and health.  Positive performance results were documented from this research when linPRO was fed to broiler breeder hens.

The complete report is available online through the following citation link:

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psj.2024.103796

The team in Atlanta, GA – IPPE

The ability to travel freely provided the O&T team with meetings across our wide network and it was great to see so many new faces.   The opportunities for the introduction of functional foods like Omega-3 dairy, Omega-3 chicken and Omega-3 beef is definitely alive across the globe.

These students are researching the benefits of Omega-3’s into breeder hens for both layers and broilers and then focusing of the epigenetic nutritional benefits to their progeny.  The University of Guelph research on Omega-3’s and epigenetics supports the benefits of linPRO for poultry nutrition.  Keep an eye on our Research page in mid 2024 where we will post these findings as soon as the final broiler manuscript are submitted.

Aizwarya Thanabalan catching up at the National Poultry Show, London, ON

Building Value Added Relationships at VIV MEA 2023 in Abu Dhabi, UAE

O&T Farms and the Wiens Family inducted into the Canadian Western Agribition Hall of Fame

Grand Champion Steer ’92

Sep 2023

O&T Farms is honoured to celebrate our founders and the Wiens family who have been inducted into the Canadian Western Agribition Hall of Fame.  Brothers, Oscar and Ted Wiens, started the business as an egg laying operation in 1967 in Saskatchewan. By the early 1980s, O&T Farms had become the second largest egg producer in Canada and developed into a diverse agribusiness with expertise in layer, broiler and pullet production, agricultural equipment sales, egg grading and marketing, animal feed and animal feed supplement manufacturing.

Hilda Wiens

The most exciting purchase during Agribition bidding came the year that we outbid CN Rail for the Grand Champion steer. We remember the glamour and excitement of the steer show in the old Exhibition Auditorium. Ted, Oscar, Tim and his brother Bob and cousin Don, beamed with pride beside their steer which ended up costing them just over $13,000.

Tim Wiens and his mother Hilda Wiens

O&T Farms 2023

We are proud of our founders and the family for being recognized for their significant contributions to our business and to the Agribition show. Our team hopes to see you at this years Agribition for the induction of O&T Farms and the Wiens family into the Canadian Western Agribition Hall of Fame.

Healthy Feed – Healthy Animals – Healthy Food

O&T Farms Exhibiting at VIV Asia (Thailand)

(O&T Farms booth at the VIV Asia 2023, Thailand)

As a global leader in land-based Omega-3 livestock ingredients, O&T Farms participated in VIV ASIA, March 8-10, 2023, in Bangkok, Thailand. VIV ASIA is the complete feed to food global trade show for Asia. It gathers farmers, breeders, food processors, and agricultural suppliers from across the world. Several of our sales associates along with BMC presented the linPRO branded products at this year’s exhibition. The 2023 VIV ASIA was held at the IMPACT Exhibition and Convention center in northeast Bangkok and brought with it a single open hall format. It was great to be back and see so many associates after the long wait following the 2019 VIV ASIA exhibition.

The help and support of our associates at IMEX was much appreciated, and both Madison and Claire did excellent work to help us prepare and be part of the Canadian Pavilion. The location on one of the main runways at the show proved to be beneficial and we hope we can continue the association with IMEX in 2025. Thanks Madison and Claire!

O&T Farms brought our linPRO product line, the custom formulated Omega-3 animal feed and pet food ingredient, to the exhibition. LinPRO is made from various blends of full-fat flaxseed, pulses, alfalfa, and canola under O&T Farms patented dry-extrusion process. Our process and product offerings provide stability (added shelf-life), enhanced digestibility, increased bypass % and of course all being highly palatable.

Knowing Asia has the largest population of the world’s continents, it accounts for 20% of total global food and agriculture exports and 31% of total food and agriculture imports. O&T Farms has actively attended the Asian agriculture and food exhibitions, including the International Farmers Summit, VIV China, and VIV Asia, and we stay connected with local businesses in the region. The Asian market is open to progressive feeding solutions and O&T Farms is committed to providing the nutritionally better Omega-3 solution. The 2023 exhibition provided an excellent opportunity to reengage with so many valued associates from Asian and other parts of the world. Thanks to all who attended, those that organized and specifically those associates that came to our part of the exhibition (Booth #3391) to meet our team. Thanks!

Healthy Feed – Healthy Animals – Healthy Food