Advancements in feed analysis by NIR set to deliver greater benefits to feed formulation
18th October 2016New developments in Near Infrared Spectroscopy (NIR) technology are unlocking greater insights for the feed industry, which should mean improved returns for producers. Whilst NIR has been used in traditional ‘proximate analysis’ for some time to measure components such as fibre, protein and moisture, this has recently been extended to include in vivo metabolisable energy measurements, reactive lysine and phytic P. Dr Sophie Parker-Norman, Global Technical Manager at AB Vista, says this pioneering approach has far-reaching implications for the industry. “Any