How Can We Make Cost Effective Decisions Without Sacrificing Diet Specifications and Pig Potential?
A common mistake made by both producers and feed companies is to base their different Soybean Meal (44 or 48) inclusion level on protein alone.
Remember: Soy 48 not only has more Protein, it also contains:
- More fat
- More energy
- More lysine
- Less fiber
Example: Notice the significant impact of adding Soy 44 on a pound for pound basis to a lactation diet that previously used Soy 48, compared with reformulating it:
| Diet Composition |
Soy 48 |
Soy 44 |
Reformulated with Soy 44 |
| Soybean Meal % |
27.1 |
27.1 |
32.20 |
| Protein % |
20.02 |
19.06 |
19.74 |
| Fiber % |
3.50 |
4.47 |
4.06 |
| Energy (kcal) |
1475 |
1463 |
1475 |
| Fat % |
4.84 |
4.69 |
4.21 |
| Lysine % |
1.08 |
1.03 |
1.08 |
| Cost |
$115.00 |
$113.38 |
$110.40 |
Let Omega Nutrition, LLC evaluate these changes, and aid in making the best decision for your operation.
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