Which nutrient does Paylean target to improve in swine?

Paylean, also known as ractopamine, is a feed additive specifically designed to enhance the growth performance of swine by improving protein deposition. It works by promoting lean muscle growth while minimizing fat accumulation in the animal. This is particularly beneficial in the swine industry where the focus is on producing meat that has a desirable lean-to-fat ratio.

By increasing the efficiency of protein utilization in pigs, Paylean helps to encourage greater weight gain and improved feed conversion ratios. This means that with the same amount of feed, swine can gain more weight, primarily in the form of lean muscle mass, making it an effective tool for producers aiming to optimize production efficiency and yield.

The other nutrients mentioned—fat, carbohydrate, and mineral—do not receive the primary focus from Paylean, as the additive is specifically designed to target protein synthesis and deposition in muscle, which is critical for improving the overall growth performance of swine.