Agri-Nutrient Solutions

What Agri-Nutrient Solutions does

Agri-Nutrient Solutions (ANS) is a privately held, family-run Canadian distributor of specialty feed ingredients and additives, headquartered in Innerkip, Ontario. The company serves livestock and poultry producers across Canada with a portfolio spanning viable microbial gut modifiers (BS3CA), feed flavouring agents (Agolin 101, 202, and 303 in dry and liquid forms), anti-caking and fermentation products (Epsilon-5), mineral supplements (SQM Iron 14.6%), rumen-protected amino acids (Mepron), energy supplements (Salmate), and specialty amino acids (L-Lysine, L-Tryptophan, L-Methionine, L-Arginine, L-Threonine) sourced from CJ Bio. Products target poultry, swine, ruminants, aquaculture, and equine operations, with stated functional benefits including improved feed conversion ratios, average daily gain, weaning weight, and egg weight.

The business operates as a sales-led distribution franchise rather than a manufacturer: ANS holds Canadian agency/distribution rights for international suppliers including CJ America/CJ Bio (amino acids), Impextraco (Epsilon-5), SQM (Iron 14.6%), and The Ballard Group Inc. (Salmate). Revenue is generated through one-time product sales to producers, with contact-based quoting rather than published pricing. The go-to-market is direct sales via personal phone and email outreach led by the President (Megan Yantzi), Founder (David Mair), and Operations Manager (Ryan Yantzi), supplemented by a website with downloadable product sheets and basic social media presence. ANS also publishes Carbon Education content, suggesting nascent positioning around sustainability advisory for Canadian agricultural producers.

Name

Agri-Nutrient Solutions

Legal name

Agri-Nutrient Solutions

Website

https://agrinutrientsolutions.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Agri-Nutrient Solutions is a family-run Canadian distributor of specialty feed ingredients and additives (microbial modifiers, amino acids, minerals, flavouring agents) for poultry, swine, ruminant, aquaculture, and equine producers, operating through direct sales and exclusive Canadian agency agreements with international suppliers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Animal Feed Ingredients Distribution

NAICS

Farm Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (42491), Other Animal Food Manufacturing (311119)

SIC

Wholesale-Farm Product Raw Materials (5150), Agricultural Prod-Livestock & Animal Specialties (200)

akta.pro primary industry

Non-Antibiotic Health & Performance Supplements (Immune, Gut Health, Stress/Heat Support) (AFADALAO)

akta.pro secondary industries

Nutraceuticals & Functional Ingredients for Animal Diets (Probiotics, Omega-3, Joint, GI) (HLAMAHAH), Amino Acids & Protein Additives (Lysine, Methionine, Threonine) (AFADALAA), Swine Specialty/Functional Feed (Gut Health, Probiotics, Acidifiers, Enzymes) (AFADABAI), Mineral & Salt Products for Ruminants (Free-Choice Minerals, Salt Blocks) (AFADAAAF)

Keywords

• Animal feed ingredients
• Livestock nutrition additives
• Poultry swine nutrition
• Ruminant feed supplements
• Feed ingredient distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Innerkip

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Feed Ingredient Distribution: Distribution of innovative feed ingredients and additives for poultry, swine, ruminants, aquaculture, and equine. Products include BS3CA, Agolin, Epsilon-5, Mepron, Salmate, and amino acids. Revenue generated through product sales to producers across Canada.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Agri-Nutrient Solutions is a family-run Canadian distributor of innovative, science-based feed ingredients and additives for poultry, swine, ruminants, aquaculture, and equine producers. The company distributes trusted products such as BS3CA (viable microbial gut modifier), Agolin feed flavouring agents (101, 202, 303), Epsilon-5 (anti-caking and fermentation product), SQM Iron 14.6%, Mepron (rumen-protected DL-methionine), Salmate, and CJ Bio specialty amino acids. Products are sourced from partner manufacturers and resold to Canadian livestock and poultry producers through direct sales.

Product overview

Agri-Nutrient Solutions is a family-run Canadian company that distributes innovative feed ingredients and additives for poultry, swine, ruminants, aquaculture, and equine. The company operates as a distributor of science-based nutritional products rather than a manufacturer, including viable microbial gut modifiers (BS3CA), feed flavouring agents (Agolin 101, 202, 303), anti-caking agents and fermentation products (Epsilon-5), mineral supplements (SQM Iron 14.6%), rumen-protected amino acids (Mepron), energy supplements (Salmate), and specialty amino acids (CJ Bio). The company also provides carbon education resources. Products are distributed through partners including Impextraco, ABIO, CJ America, and The Ballard Group.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• BS3CA Viable microbial gut modifier product for swine and poultry feeds. Improves weight gain and feed conversion ratio in poultry reared for meat and replacement hens prior to laying, improves FCR in laying hens, may increase total egg weight, and improves Average Daily Gain, feed conversion ratio, and weaning weight in piglets.
• Agolin 101 Dry feed flavouring agent for dairy and beef cattle, calves, goats, and sheep.
• Agolin 202 Feed flavouring agent for dairy and beef cattle, calves, goats, and sheep.
• Agolin 303 Feed flavouring agent for dairy and beef cattle, calves, goats, and sheep. Available in both dry and liquid formulations.
• Epsilon-5 Anti-caking agent and fermentation product for poultry, swine, dairy, and beef feeds. Contains hydrated sodium calcium aluminosilicate, shrimp meal, and Trichoderma reesei fermentation extract dehydrated. Free of anti-microbial activity and not a source of viable microbial cells. For use in feeds as an anticaking agent in an amount not to exceed 2% of the total diet.
• SQM Iron 14.6% Source of supplemental iron intended for use in livestock feeds to contribute to dietary iron content of complete rations. Manufactured using a proprietary process designed to stabilize the mineral during feed handling and processing. Formulated to support uniform distribution in feed and compatibility with standard feed manufacturing practices. Suitable for inclusion in swine and other livestock feeds where supplemental iron is required to meet nutritional specifications.
• Mepron Rumen bypass DL-methionine supplement that delivers highly concentrated rumen-protected DL-methionine precisely where it benefits dairy cows most in the small intestine, supporting better performance and greater sustainability.
• Salmate Energy feed supplement for livestock and poultry, distributed from The Ballard Group Inc.
• CJ Bio Amino Acids High-quality specialty amino acids for animal nutrition produced by CJ Bio, a division of CJ Corporation. Available amino acids include L-Lysine, L-Tryptophan, L-Methionine, L-Arginine, and L-Threonine. CJ Bio leverages advanced fermentation technology for enhanced feed efficiency and livestock health.

Quantifiable outcome

• Improves Average Daily Gain, feed conversion ratio and weaning weight in piglets
• +3 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CJ America / CJ BiocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorANS serves as Canadian agents for CJ America, a global leader in feed grade amino acids. CJ Bio specializes in high-quality specialty amino acids for animal nutrition using advanced fermentation technology, including L-Lysine, L-Tryptophan, L-Methionine, L-Arginine, and L-Threonine.
• ImpextracocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorANS distributes Impextraco products including Epsilon-5 anti-caking agent and fermentation product. Impextraco's goal is to provide cost-effective solutions while respecting animal welfare and sustainability.
• The Ballard Group Inc.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorANS distributes Salmate energy feed supplement for livestock and poultry from The Ballard Group Inc.
• SQMminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorANS distributes SQM Iron 14.6%, a supplemental iron product for livestock feeds manufactured using a proprietary process designed to stabilize the mineral during feed handling and processing.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Novus International: Global feed additive company specializing in amino acids (methionine, protected amino acids) and gut health solutions — directly comparable to ANS's CJ Bio amino acid line and BS3CA gut modifier offering.
• Zinpro Performance Minerals: Specialty animal nutrition company focused on performance trace minerals and feed additives for livestock, poultry, and aquaculture — overlaps with ANS's mineral and functional additive portfolio.
• Jefo Nutrition: Canadian-headquartered animal nutrition company specializing in feed additives, probiotics, and specialty ingredients for livestock and poultry — directly comparable geography, customer base, and product mix to ANS.

Broad incumbents

• ADM Animal Nutrition: Global feed and nutrition company with amino acid, additive, and complete feed offerings — competes broadly with ANS for Canadian producer accounts.
• Kemin Industries: Global ingredient manufacturer with extensive animal nutrition product lines including gut health, antioxidants, and feed quality solutions — comparable product category to ANS at significantly greater scale.
• Elanco Animal Health: Global animal health company with a growing nutrition and feed additive portfolio following acquisitions — competes for the same Canadian producer relationships as ANS.
• Phibro Animal Health: Diversified animal health and nutrition company with nutritional specialty products and feed additives — overlaps with ANS's broader functional additive portfolio.
• Alltech: Global animal nutrition company with a broad portfolio including probiotics, mycotoxin binders, and feed enzymes — overlaps with ANS's functional feed additive range but at much larger scale and integrated manufacturing.
• Cargill Animal Nutrition: Global agricultural giant with a deep Canadian animal nutrition footprint across premix, feed additives, and complete feed — represents both a potential partner and the largest competitive threat to ANS.

Others

• Impextraco: Belgian feed additive manufacturer and current ANS principal (Epsilon-5) — comparable in product space but operates as a supplier/partner rather than a competing distributor.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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