FDA Approves Methyl Esters of Conjugated Linoleic Acid for Dairy Cows to Reduce Milk Energy Concentration

Summary

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has amended its regulations to allow the use of methyl esters of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) in the feed and drinking water of dairy cows during early lactation to decrease the energy content in their milk, following a petition from BASF Corp.