Corn is a basic raw material in the feed industry, specifically yellow corn, and is used to feed various animals such as cows, poultry, and pigs. Corn accounts for about 40% of total domestic corn consumption in this area, according to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Uses of Corn in Feed:
Main Feed:
Corn is used as the primary feed for many animal species.
Varied Feed:
It is used in the diets of poultry, cattle, pigs, and livestock in general.
Concentrates:
Yellow corn is used as a primary ingredient in the manufacture of concentrated feeds.
Alternative Sources:
Corn by-products, such as corn gluten, can be used in animal feed, especially in shrimp farming.
Improving Feed Quality:
Corn is used to improve feed quality and increase its nutritional value, including Increase protein content. Examples of uses for corn: Poultry feed: Yellow corn is used in poultry feed to increase weight and improve production. Cattle feed: Corn is used in cattle feed to increase milk and meat production. Fish feed: Corn can be used as an ingredient in fish feed. Horse and camel feed: Corn is used in horse and camel feed to increase their energy and endurance.
