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Alltech Yea-Sacc 1026

By Alltech

Last reviewed: February 2026

Proprietary S. cerevisiae strain 1026 yeast culture that improves fiber digestion and stabilizes rumen fermentation.

Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast culture from Alltech that stabilizes rumen pH, improves fiber digestion, and increases milk yield, backed by 35+ years of research.

Key Features

  • Rumen Stabilization: Reduces pH fluctuations by stimulating lactic acid-utilizing bacteria
  • Fiber Digestion: Promotes cellulolytic bacteria for better forage breakdown and nutrient utilization
  • Milk Yield Increase: Research-backed increase in milk production and improved components (fat, protein)
  • Carbon Trust Certified: Only yeast culture validated to reduce cattle methane emissions and nitrogen excretion
  • Low Inclusion Rate: 10 g/head/day (2 lbs/ton of TMR) keeps cost per cow manageable

Advanced Features

  • Optigen: Controlled-release non-protein nitrogen source for improved rumen ammonia utilization
  • Mycosorb A+: Broad-spectrum mycotoxin binder using yeast cell wall technology
  • Bioplex Minerals: Organic trace minerals for improved bioavailability

Ideal For

Farm Types: Commercial dairies, Organic operations, Herds with rumen health challenges, Sustainability-focused operations

Competitive Advantages

What sets Yea-Sacc 1026 apart from alternatives:

  • 35+ years of continuous research on strain 1026
  • Carbon Trust certified for methane reduction, unique in the yeast category
  • Sold in 128+ countries with proven performance across diverse production systems
  • Part of Alltech's broader rumen health portfolio (Optigen, Mycosorb, Bioplex)

Pricing Information

Here is the pricing information for Yea-Sacc 1026:

Yea-Sacc 1026 is competitively priced in the yeast culture category. Available in 50 lb bags (Farm Pak formulations). Cost is approximately $0.04-0.08 per cow per day at standard inclusion rates. Contact Alltech or your feed dealer for volume pricing.

Pricing Model: Per unit or per ton of premix

Pros & Considerations

Advantages:
  • 35+ years of research on a single proprietary strain
  • Carbon Trust sustainability certification
  • Global track record across diverse dairy systems
  • Low inclusion rate keeps cost manageable
Considerations:
  • Premium price vs. generic yeast products
  • Results may take 2-4 weeks to appear in milk data
  • Best results require consistent daily feeding

Implementation & Setup

How to implement Yea-Sacc 1026 on your dairy operation:

Implementation Timeline: Immediate, mix into daily TMR or premix

Training & Support

Training and support options available for Yea-Sacc 1026:

Support Channels:

    Evaluation Questions

    Key questions to consider when evaluating Yea-Sacc 1026:

    1. What is your herd's current incidence of subacute rumen acidosis?
    2. Are sustainability metrics (methane, nitrogen) important to your operation or milk buyer?
    3. What other rumen modifiers are currently in the ration?
    4. Have you benchmarked your current milk fat percentage against breed averages?

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