Source : Schothorst Feed Research
Determine the optimal d.Val : d.Lys ratio for maximum growth, best feed efficiency, maximum breast meat weight and yield and lowest feed cost in male Cobb broilers from day 0-42 of age
● Experimental animals : 960 Cobb 500 Broilers (8 treatment * 6 replicates * 20 broilers)
● Age at arrival : One-day-old
● Starting date : 26th April, 2017
● Duration of the trial : 42 days
Valine has a wide range of physiological functions widely known, and as the importance of its function in foods and in swine feeds is growing, its usage is increasing accordingly. These functions of valine can play a very important role in broiler chickens as well. As mentioned in the text, when the ratio of valine to lysine is 80%, it is possible to maximize the potential productivity of broiler chickens and to help chickens maintain healthy condition.
In conclusion, for economic and environmental benefits it is very important to accurately evaluate the amount of valine used in the feed and to design a proper ratio.
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