Tag: Weende method

The traditional crude fiber analysis method significantly underestimates true fiber content, sometimes by 30-50%. Understanding how to calculate crude fiber from ADF and NDF requires recognizing that a direct conversion is impossible due to fundamental differences in methodology.

Developed in the mid-19th century, the Weende method remains a foundational technique for determining crude fiber content in food and feed, despite modern alternatives. This gravimetric process is essential for assessing the nutritional value of many agricultural products and informing feed formulation.