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Nada Almassri1,2, Francisco J Trujillo2, Netsanet Shiferaw Terefe1
1Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Agriculture and Food, Werribee, VIC, Australia.
Frontiers in Veterinary Science
|July 29, 2024
Summary
Microencapsulation can protect fiber-digesting enzymes for ruminants, improving feed utilization and livestock sustainability. This technology addresses challenges in delivering active enzymes to the hind gut for better nutrient absorption.
Area of Science:
- Animal Science
- Biotechnology
- Digestive Physiology
Background:
- Ruminants efficiently digest high-fiber feed, but significant undigested fiber impacts productivity and sustainability.
- Feed costs represent up to 70% of livestock production expenses, highlighting the need for improved feed utilization.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the potential of microencapsulation for enzyme delivery in ruminants.
- To address challenges in delivering active fiber-digesting enzymes to the ruminant hind gut.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on enzyme delivery systems in ruminant digestion.
- Discussion of microencapsulation as a strategy for enzyme protection.
Main Results:
- The ruminant gastrointestinal tract presents biochemical challenges (pH, proteases) to active enzyme delivery.
- Microencapsulation offers a potential solution for protecting enzymes from degradation.
Conclusions:
- Microencapsulation shows promise for targeted and protected delivery of fiber-digesting enzymes to the ruminant hind gut.
- This approach could enhance feed utilization, improve livestock economics, and support sustainable production systems.
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