Mi-Feed has been manufacturing stock feed for the equine, poultry, dairy and hobby farm market since the 70's
Micronization of grains is the point of difference of Mi-Feed. Micronisation is a process which cooks the starch in the grains thus making it more digestible for the animal. The micronisation process includes firstly soaking ( steaming ) the grain and then passing it through high temperat
ure infra-red burners and then finally rolling the grain. This process which is similar but more efficient then steam flaking allows grain to remain partially intact but with a reduced density and increased intestinal digestion. As a result the animal will eat slower, this is especially true for horses and this slower feed intake is deemed to be beneficial in reducing the chances of colic. The benefits of micronisation include:
IMPROVED PALATIBILITY
The micronisation process enhances the flavour of the cereals , bringing out the natural roasted taste. IMPROVED DIGESTION
Micronisation ensures optimum gelatinisation of the starches to sugars, thus dramatically improving digestibility and therefore available metabolisable energy. This means less feed to achieve the same performance or alternatively greater performance from the same amount of feed. PROTECTED PROTEIN
The micronisation process protects the proteins in the grain, allowing it to pass through the rumen and into the lower stomach where it can be absorbed more efficiently by the ruminants. SAFE TO FEED
Because the micronisation process gelatinises the starch before it is consumed, the harmful affects of high grain feeding, such as founder, acidosis and overheating are dramatically reduced thus providing a “cool” source of energy to the animal.
