1. The combination of moisture, heat and pressure
acting on natural starches in feed ingredients
produces a degree of geletinization. This
enhances the binding qualities of the starch-containing
ingredients resulting in better pellet quality.
This improved feed conversion advantage
is particularly evident in the Poultry Industry.
2. Pelleted feed prevents selective feeding on
favored ingredients in a formulation. Since all
ingredients have been molded together, the animal
must eat a balanced formulation, minimizing
waste and improving feed conversion.