Corn gluten is a by-product obtained during the processing of corn into starch and syrups. This high-protein component is widely used in animal feeds due to its high protein content and low fat levels. Corn gluten is an economical and effective source of nutrients, enhancing the health and productivity of animals. It contains a wide range of micronutrients, fat- and water-soluble vitamins E, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6.
Applications:
Animal Feed:
Corn gluten is an important component in the diets of various animals, including cattle, pigs, and poultry. It helps strengthen the immune system and promote muscle growth.
Nutritional Enhancement:
Due to its high amino acid and vitamin content, corn gluten significantly enhances the nutritional value of feeds.
Natural Herbicide:
In agronomy, corn gluten is used as a natural herbicide to control weeds without chemical means.
Recommended input norms of corn gluten in compound feeds:
Laying hens up to 10%;
Broiler chicks up to 7%;
Young birds up to 5%;
Pigs up to 25%.
Quality Parameter:
| Quality Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Crude protein on dry matter basis % | 50-65 |
| Metabolizable energy (MJ/kg) | 12.5 |
| Total energy value (feed units/kg) | 1.3 |
| Crude fat % | 7 |
| Moisture % (maximum) | 9 |
| Calcium % | 0.02 |
| Phosphorus % | 0.4 |
| Sodium chloride % | 0.09 |
| Lysine (g/kg) | 10 |
| Methionine + cystine (g/kg) | 29 |
| Threonine (g/kg) | 17 |
| Linoleic acid % | 2 |
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