Efstratia PapanikouEfstratia Papanikou is a Kansas State (MSc) and University of Illinois (PhD) graduate working as a consultant in the interface between plant and animal science: the feed ingredients. Papanikou can be contacted at [email protected].From the AuthorFeed Ingredient InsightsPros and cons of sesame byproducts in livestock, poultry feedEfstratia Papanikou: By carefully evaluating the pros and cons, farmers can make informed decisions regarding the inclusion of sesame byproducts in animal diets.Feed Ingredient InsightsStandard protein quality laboratory tests for soybean mealChemical laboratory tests play a crucial role in determining the protein quality of soybean meal, helping feed producers ensure their products meet the nutritional requirements for various applications.Feed Ingredient InsightsGuide to using corn, sorghum silage in ruminant TMRWhen using corn and sorghum silage in total mixed rations (TMR) for dairy and beef, there are several factors to be aware of to ensure optimal nutrition and animal performance.Feed Ingredient InsightsExtrusion technology’s role in modern feed manufacturingLearn about some key benefits of extrusion in animal nutrition.Feed Ingredient Insights6 ways to improve cereal starch digestibility in animalsImproving cereal starch digestibility in animal diets is crucial for enhancing nutrient utilization and overall animal performance.Feed Ingredient InsightsSustainable alternative protein sources for broiler nutritionThe rising demand for animal protein, coupled with environmental concerns and fluctuations in feed ingredient prices, has prompted nutritionists and producers to explore alternative protein sources for broiler nutrition.Feed Ingredient Insights6 raw materials of interest for 2024In raw materials, we can find attributes that we either ignored or were unable to detect in the past.Feed Ingredient InsightsFull-fat extruded soybeans for broiler feedsThese soybeans can be a valuable ingredient in modern broiler feeds, providing numerous advantages that benefit the birds and the poultry industry as a whole.Feed Ingredient InsightsPotato peels as a sustainable feed ingredientPotato peels provide a potential way to reduce waste, and a nutritious and sustainable addition to animal feeds.Feed Ingredient InsightsHow to deal with feed ingredients prone to aflatoxin contaminationFind out which animal feed ingredients are more prone to aflatoxin contamination, when the risk of contamination is higher and strategies to mitigate its effects on animals.Feed Ingredient InsightsAmylose, amylopectin in cereals keys to animal nutrition2 primary components of cereals that play a critical role in animal nutrition are amylose and amylopectin, which are forms of starch.Feed Ingredient InsightsAnti-nutritional factors in chickpeas used in animal feedsLearn how to neutralize the anti-nutritional factors of chickpeas to make them a more valuable component of animal diets.Page 1 of 8Next Page