Tag: Swine feed

In the United States, over 500,000 tons of bakery meal are produced annually from unsalable baked goods. What is bakery meal used for, and how does this cost-effective, high-energy ingredient benefit livestock production?

According to Feedipedia, soybean meal is the most important protein source used to feed farm animals, making its digestibility a critical factor in efficient livestock production. The 'digest' of soybean meal refers to the nutritional bioavailability achieved through processing, ensuring proteins and other nutrients are accessible for animal consumption.

While soybeans are a highly valued protein source, numerous studies, particularly those focused on animal feed, have identified a key deficiency. The first limiting amino acid in soybeans, and the one that often requires supplementation for optimal animal growth, is methionine.