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Thermal processing of corn and physical form of broiler diets

Published: October 5, 2021
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INTRODUCTION Pelleting is the most common form of thermal processing used in broiler feed manufacturing, aggregating the particles of ingredients into a cylinder by means of mechanical pressure, moisture, and temperature. A wide range of temperature and moisture can be used during conditioning, usually from 60°C to 100°C and 12 to 18% moisture (Hancock, 1992). Increase in feed intake ...
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Andréia Massuquetto
Tectron Saude Animal
Jean Fagner Durau
Everton Krabbe
Embrapa
Alex Maiorka
Universidade Federal do Paraná - UFPR
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