Evonik, a global leader in specialty chemicals, is at the forefront of monitoring trypsin inhibitors in soy products using Near Infrared (NIR) technology. Dr. Maria Mendoza, a Global Consulting Expert with Evonik, highlighted the significance of trypsin inhibitors in soy products and their impact on amino acid digestion in animals, particularly pigs.
Trypsin inhibitors, found in soy products, act as anti-nutritional factors by binding to digestive enzymes in pigs, inhibiting amino acid digestion. Despite being a crucial quality parameter, trypsin inhibitors are not consistently monitored. The variability in trypsin inhibitor levels between soybean meal and soy expeller underscores the importance of quality monitoring.
The surge in soy product availability, driven by increased crushing plant capacity in the US, has intensified the need to monitor soy product quality. Producers are keen to optimize soybean meal usage in animal diets without compromising performance. Variability in trypsin inhibitor levels among different plants further underscores the need for monitoring.
Nursery pigs, being highly sensitive to digestibility issues, are significantly impacted by trypsin inhibitors. Research indicates that a trypsin inhibitor activity of 1.5 milligrams per gram in the feed can lead to reduced animal performance, primarily affecting amino acid digestibility while leaving energy digestibility unaffected.
Effective monitoring is key to addressing trypsin inhibitor challenges. Evonik’s AMINORED offers NIR calibrations to assess soybean meal quality, including trypsin inhibitors and reactive lysine. By categorizing suppliers based on trypsin inhibitor levels and variability, producers can make informed decisions on ingredient procurement and diet formulation to optimize animal performance.
Evonik’s proactive approach of providing calibration support and facilitating sample analysis from suppliers exemplifies their commitment to assisting customers in navigating soy product quality challenges. This tailored support equips producers with the necessary tools to make informed decisions in feed formulation.
As the industry continues to evolve, the emphasis on quality monitoring of soy products remains paramount. With Evonik’s cutting-edge technology and expertise, producers can navigate the complexities of trypsin inhibitors and optimize soy product utilization in animal feed, ensuring enhanced performance and efficiency in livestock production.
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