Citrofeed
Introduction
Citrofeed is a very rich fiber feed ingredient with a medium protein content and a citric acid residue ranging from 1% to 6%. It is a common and valuable component in pig feeding, especially for breeding sows. One reason among others is the high feed conversion rate.
Specifications
Our corn gluten meal is GMP+ certified and undergoes a strict monitoring regime to prevent contamination of residues as mycotoxins, GMO, pesticides, heavy metals, pathogens and others. Jungbunzlauer Austria AG offers a portfolio of non-GMO products and co-products which use non-GMO raw materials.
Specified values
| Parameter | Min. | Max. | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moisture | – | 14.0% | VDLUFA |
| Dry substance | 86.0% | – | VDLUFA |
| Crude protein | 11.0% | – | VDLUFA |
| Crude fibre | – | 50.0% | VDLUFA |
| Citric acid | 1.0% | 6.0% | Acid-base titration |
Typical values*
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Starch | 5.6% |
| Crude ash | 0.8% |
| Crude fat | 1.4% |
| Nitrogen-free extracts (NfE) | 413g/kg |
Minerals
| Mineral | Value |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 0.7g/kg |
| Phosphorus | 0.9g/kg |
| Magnesium | 0.1g/kg |
| Potassium | 0.4g/kg |
Fiber analysis
| Fiber | Value |
|---|---|
| Neutral detergent fiber (NDF) | 70.6% |
| Acid detergent fiber (ADF) | 44.1% |
| Acid detergent lignin (ADL) | 15.9% |
*The stated values are non-binding typical values and underlie fluctuations due to the nature of raw materials and processing.
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