Benefits of latest NIR developments

Recent developments in near infrared (NIR) spectroscopy are extremely cost-effective, near instant and provide on-site analysis. This will benefit animal nutritionist to formulate better livestock diets. Feed costs account for up to 80% of the total variable costs of animal production, and both diet formulation and quality control are a major focus for feed manufacturers and producers. Any deviation from target specification that either under- or over-supplies nutrients will translate directly