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Conditioning and its effect on poultry feed

20-11-2017 | |
Photo: Twan Kastermans
Photo: Twan Kastermans
Temperature and retention time in conditioning can affect feed production, pellet quality, and consequently bird performance. Conditioning therefore is an important part in the pelleting process. Conditioning the feed is an important part of feed processing. When mash feed passes through the conditioner, it is exposed to high pressure steam. This steam provides the heat and moisture required for starch gelatinisation, particles adhesion and removal of pathogens in the mash. The steam temperatur


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Marieke
Ploegmakers

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Matthew
Wedzerai

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