Application of Near-infrared Reflectance Spectroscopy Technology in Animal Production
With the swift advancement of modern information technology,near-infrared reflectance spectroscopy(NIRS)has gained widespread application in the field of agriculture,favored for its capabilities in preserving sample integrity and rapidly analyzing multiple components during testing.Within the wavelength range of 800 to 2 500 nm,NIRS captures spectral data through the harmonic and combination vibrational absorption of specific frequencies of light by hydrogen-containing functional groups,which yields overtone and combinational vibrations indicative of molecular composition.This spectral data is subsequently processed to obtain qualitative and quantitative attributes of the sample.The animal production process is intimately connected to human sustenance and apparel,in this domain,the assessment of nutritional value in animal feed and the analysis of the quality of animal products are of critical importance.The amalgamation of NIRS with animal husbandry encourages the expeditious evaluation of standard nutrients in feed,ensuring the equilibrium of nutrition in animals and the monitoring of product quality to meet market demands.The authors chronicle the developmental history and principles of application of NIRS,with a focused synthesis of its application and effectiveness in animal production,providing a reference for the future utilization of NIRS in this vital field.
near-infrared reflectance spectroscopy(NIRS)animal productionfeed nutrient value