Effects of pelleting on poultry performance

Processing of feed in uniform durable pellets affords significant benefits; the increased bulk density reduces the segregation and dustiness of the feed, thereby reducing losses. Feed conversion efficiency is much improved because it results in less feed spillage during consumption. Pelleting also maintains the integrity of the gastrointestinal tract and the heat treatment associated with pelleting improves feed digestibility by deactivating anti-nutritional factors and hence improves performanc