Mannanase
Treatment of Copra Meal
Mannanase
is an enzyme used to convert copra meal into a more effective
feed ingredient through solid state fermentation. It is produced
using a bacterial soil isolate, Streptomyces sp. no.
17. The enzyme was found to hydrolize the copra meal fiber composed
mostly of galactomannans which have low digestibility and often
have a laxative effect in poultry and swine.
Mannanase
treatment results in a copra meal with low fiber content, high
energy value, increased digestibility, and improved nutritional
quality by making proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids more available
or metabolizable for the animals, thus, improving its feeding
value.
Source:
R&D Milestones: Livestock vol. 2 (2002) |
