Member Olaiya Oluseyi
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The crude protein (CP) percentage in whole, dry soybeans typically ranges from 38% to 42% on a dry matter basis.
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Thanks for highlighting the key points.
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Please, expanciate more on this.
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The main raw materials used in feed milling are diverse and are primarily grouped by the key nutrients they provide: Energy, Protein, and Micronutrients.
1. Energy Sources (Carbohydrates and Fats)
These form the largest portion of the feed formula, providing the calories necessary for animal maintenance, growth, and production (e.g., milk, eggs).
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- Cereal
Grains:<ul type=”circle”>
- Maize
(Corn): The most widely used energy source
globally due to its high starch content and good palatability.- Wheat:
Used widely, especially its by-products.- Sorghum,
Barley, Oats, Rice (and rice bran): Used based on
price, availability, and the specific animal being fed.- Fats
and Oils: Highly concentrated sources of energy.<ul type=”circle”>
- Vegetable
Oils: Soybean oil, palm oil, canola oil,
sunflower oil.- Animal
Fats: Tallow, lard, or poultry fat.- By-products
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- Molasses
(Cane or Beet): Added for energy and to improve
palatability and reduce dust.- Brewers’
and Distillers’ Grains (DDGS): By-products of the
alcohol industry, providing energy and protein.<hr size=”2″ width=”100%” align=”center”>
2. Protein Sources (Amino Acids)
These are the essential “building blocks” for muscle, tissue, and enzyme development.
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- Plant-Based
Proteins: These are the backbone of most feed
formulations.<ul type=”circle”>
- Soybean
Meal: The most important protein source
worldwide due to its high protein content and excellent amino acid profile.- Canola
(Rapeseed) Meal: A good source of protein,
especially in cooler climates.- Cottonseed
Meal, Sunflower Meal, Peanut Meal (Groundnut):
Used commonly in regions where these crops are abundant.- Corn
Gluten Meal/Feed: By-products of the corn starch
industry, offering high protein.- Animal-Based
Proteins: Used for their high quality and
concentrated amino acid content (though their use can be restricted by
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- Fish
Meal: Excellent source of high-quality
protein, essential fatty acids, and minerals.- Meat
and Bone Meal (MBM): From rendering, provides protein,
calcium, and phosphorus.- Poultry
By-product Meal/Feather Meal.<hr size=”2″ width=”100%” align=”center”>
3. Micronutrients and Additives
These are required in small amounts but are critical for health, digestion, and feed stability. They are often purchased as pre-blended premixes for accurate dosing.
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- Vitamins:
Vitamin A, D, E, K, and B-complex vitamins.- Minerals:
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- Macro-minerals:
Calcium (limestone, dicalcium phosphate), Phosphorus, Salt (Sodium
Chloride).- Trace
Minerals: Zinc, Copper, Iron, Manganese, Selenium.- Amino
Acids (Synthetic):<ul type=”circle”>
- Limiting
Amino Acids: Pure Lysine, Methionine, and Threonine
are often added to supplement plant proteins and ensure the diet is
nutritionally complete without excess crude protein.- Other
Additives: Enzymes (to improve digestion),
Probiotics, Prebiotics, Antioxidants, and medications. - Cereal
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Good question
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Ensure proper ventilation, cool clean water, and reduce stocking density. Add electrolytes, vitamin C, and B-complex in water, adjust feeding to cooler hours, and maintain dry litter for comfort and reduced stress.
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60-70%
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How do we ensure safety in feedmill
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Inconsistent pelleting: Feed mills often struggle with inconsistent pellet quality due to variations in feed formulation, improper particle reduction, or poor die and roller maintenance or setup, and ineffective hot conditioning
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Which litter material gives you the best results — rice husk, sawdust, or wood shavings?
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The main raw materials in feed milling include energy sources like corn, wheat, and sorghum; protein sources such as soybean meal, cottonseed meal, and fish meal; and various by-products from the milling and agricultural industries, like wheat bran, rice bran, and distiller’s grains. Other crucial ingredients are minerals (like limestone and bone meal), vitamins, fats, and amino acids, which are often added as premixes to ensure a balanced diet for the target animal.
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What’s your best tip to minimize bird stress after vaccination?
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How do we get access to Dairy community
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Supportive care — hydration, vitamins, anti- pyretics, Immune boosters.
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Thanks
