Animal Feed

Optimized Animal Nutrition: A Deep Dive with FT-NIR Spectroscopy

For the majority of commercial livestock enterprises, animal feed costs are the predominant operating expense. Balancing these costs with livestock productivity necessitates a rigorous examination of each feed ingredient for its nutrient composition. This data then shapes the ratio and supplement formulations. Yet, ingredients in feeds can greatly differ in their composition due to their source, seasonal shifts, or yearly variations.

Enter Fourier Transform Near Infrared (FT-NIR) spectroscopy – a swift and efficient method to scrutinize both raw materials and finalized feeds. This aids in refining production processes and assuring the quality of the final feed product.

We provide a comprehensive suite of universal FT-NIR calibrations tailored for analyzing an extensive array of raw materials and end products in the feed sector. Utilizing these calibrations can bolster quality control, propelling the performance of your offerings to new heights.

With FT-NIR spectroscopy, an immediate, precise, and non-invasive examination can be conducted on various feed types including:

• Ruminant Feed (Spanning Calf, Dairy, and Beef Cattle)
• Poultry Feed (Encompassing Chick, Broiler, Breeder, and Layer)
• Pig Feed (Covering Piglet, Weaner, Grower, Finisher, and Sow)
• Horse Feed
• Aqua Feed

Additionally, FT-NIR spectroscopy efficiently analyzes parameters like:

• Moisture Content
• Fat Levels
• Protein Concentration
• Fiber Content
• Ash Presence