Research progress on processing technology of steam-flaked corn and its application in ruminant production
Corn is one of the main energy raw materials in ruminant breeding and production.The digestibility of corn in ruminants is related to the utilization rate of feed,production performance and economic benefits of breeding.At present,the steam flakeing process is an ideal processing technology for corn,which can improve the digestibility of corn starch,improves the gelatinization degree and emergy value of corn starch,and thus improves the feeding value of corn.Steam-flaked corn can regulate the rumen fermentation function of ruminants,improve growth performance,improve meat quality,and then increase breeding profits.Therefore,this paper summarized the processing technology,nutritional value of steam-flaked co:rn and its influence on ruminant production performance,in order to provide some references for the efficient utilization of steam-flaked corn in ruminant breeding and production.