Eurofins and trinamiX Expand Forage Analysis for Livestock

Livestock farming, dairy production, and feed management operations increasingly rely on precise nutritional data to optimise performance and sustainability. The expanded mobile forage analysis solution from Eurofins Agro and trinamiX GmbH extends on-site feed analysis capabilities to additional European markets while improving the depth and consistency of nutritional insights.

Geographic Expansion Strengthens Access to Mobile Forage Analysis
The mobile forage analysis applications, running on the trinamiX PAL Two handheld spectrometer, are now available in France, Italy, Portugal, and Spain. These regions represent major dairy and beef production markets where rapid access to feed quality data is critical for operational efficiency.

The solution is already deployed across multiple European countries, demonstrating its adaptability to different agricultural environments and forage conditions. Expanding into Southern Europe increases accessibility to real-time forage analysis for a broader base of livestock producers.

Standardized Energy Values Improve Feed Comparison and Ration Design
From March 2026, energy values are consistently available across all forage applications. Energy content is a central parameter in livestock nutrition, directly influencing milk yield, growth performance, feed efficiency, and production costs.

By standardizing energy data, the system enables farmers to compare feed materials based on energy per kilogram. This supports more accurate ration formulation, helping to avoid underfeeding or overfeeding while improving cost control and resource efficiency.

Expanded Forage Portfolio Includes Alfalfa Silage
The solution now includes analysis for alfalfa (lucerne) silage, a widely used feed component in high-performance dairy systems. Alfalfa is valued for its protein content, digestible fibre, and contribution to balanced rations.

Its inclusion complements an existing range of supported forage types, such as maize silage, corn cob mix (CCM), grass and clover silage, haylage, fresh forage, and hay. This broader coverage allows farmers to analyse a more complete set of feed inputs within a single system.

Mobile NIR Spectroscopy Enables On-Site Decision Making
The system uses near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy combined with Eurofins’ calibration models to deliver rapid, on-site analysis of forage composition. Measurements can be performed directly in the field, at the silage clamp, or in feeding areas, reducing reliance on laboratory turnaround times.

This enables immediate adjustments to feed rations, harvesting strategies, and storage practices, supporting precision livestock farming and improving responsiveness to changing conditions.

Comparison with Existing Forage Analysis Solutions
Portable NIR-based forage analysis tools are available on the market, typically offering either standalone devices with limited calibration datasets or laboratory-based services requiring sample transport and processing time.

The combination of trinamiX’s handheld spectroscopy platform with Eurofins’ calibration expertise aims to bridge this gap by providing laboratory-level analytical capability in a mobile format. This integration is particularly relevant for farmers seeking both accuracy and operational flexibility in feed management.

By expanding geographic availability, standardising energy metrics, and increasing forage coverage, the updated solution supports the broader adoption of data-driven agriculture, where real-time insights contribute to improved productivity, animal health, and resource efficiency.

Edited by Natania Lyngdoh, Induportals Editor — Adapted by AI.

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