Effect of Organic Pellet Binders on Physic and Nutrient Quality as an Eco Feed Product

Abstract

Environmentally friendly products are currently a concern for the community to consume. The increase in livestock products is also in line with the increasing need for feed. Some chemicals materials are used in producing feed have been prohibited from being used. Organic binder for pellet feed is one of the solutions to replace these non-organic materials. In this study, two dosages of molasses and bentonite as organic pellet binders were tested on the quality of pellet feed with factorial arrangement. The parameter was physic quality pellet such as hardness, durability, friction and density. Chemical component of pellet product such as dry matter, ash, protein, fat and fibre. Organic binder of 5% molasses and 5% bentonite were optimum to obtain better physical pellet condition. In addition, 5% of molasses binder resulted in highest pellet durability index (93.40%). As conclusion, molasses and bentonite are suggested as organic binders for producing good quality pellet feed.