Fast, pre-competitive mineral assessment of poultry feed

For a number of years, feed raw materials have been rapidly tested by near infrared spectroscopy (NIR) for tight control of valuable protein and fat while simultaneously monitoring moisture, fibre and other parameters. Recently, a new tool, X-ray fluorescence (XRF), was added to the poultry nutritionist’s toolbox by ADM. This analytical technique uses the interaction of X-rays with finished feed to determine its elemental composition. For optimal health and performance of chickens, it is es