July 30, 2025
Oilseeds like canola, flax, and sunflower are categorized as high-oil seeds, containing anywhere between 30% and 50% oil. Due to this elevated oil content, standard processing methods are…
July 23, 2025
When it comes to processing sunflower seed for oil extraction, high-shear dry extrusion offers a highly effective method, particularly when dealing with the inherent variability of the seed.…
July 16, 2025
Cottonseed presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities when extruded. With oil content ranging from 14% to 24% and highly variable moisture levels depending on harvest and…
July 9, 2025
Corn Soy Blend (CSB) is a fortified food product made from milled corn and soybeans, usually enriched with vitamins and minerals. Used widely in humanitarian and food aid…
July 2, 2025
Rice bran, a byproduct of milling white rice for human consumption, is an ingredient with a good source of protein, minerals, fiber, and fatty acids that represents an…
June 25, 2025
For pork producers, using ExPress® meal can result in diet cost savings and an increase in their bottom line. University feeding trials have shown that ExPress® meal has…
June 18, 2025
The particle size of corn and other cereal grains is a key factor to consider, given that it affects nutrient digestibility and growth performance of pigs. Grinding corn to…
June 11, 2025
In swine production, feed cost makes up more than 60% of the total, and within that cost, energy concentration is the most expensive component. Therefore, the definition of…
June 4, 2025
There are many advantages to amino acids in swine diets that can reduce costs when utilized effectively, but first, what are they? Amino acids are the components of…
May 28, 2025
As a global leader in extrusion technology, Insta-Pro continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in animal feed processing. These innovations are not just technical upgrades; they…
May 21, 2025
For over 50 years, Insta-Pro International has led the way in grain extrusion and oil pressing, with a focus on durable, efficient equipment that meets the demands of…
May 14, 2025
It’s not enough to keep machines running; today’s operations must be faster, more consistent, and more efficient than ever before. Meeting these challenges requires real innovation in equipment…
May 7, 2025
Customers frequently ask us, “what rapid/real-time sample testing ensures consistent feed quality and nutritional precision for my high-shear dry extruded soymeal?” Along with answering which analyses correlate to…
April 30, 2025
The processing method and parameters of raw soybeans into soymeal can impact quality, like deactivating anti-nutritional factors effectively. With any thermal treatment, caution must be taken to not…
April 23, 2025
Soybeans are not created equal. High-quality, identity-preserved soybeans like non-GMO, organic, or high-protein varieties offer distinct advantages in nutrition and traceability. However, preserving the integrity of these soybeans…
April 16, 2025
Previously, I’ve written about the shelf life of soy ingredients made with Insta-Pro equipment, such as Full-Fat soymeal, ExPress® soymeal, and ExPress® soy flour. As we have learned…
April 9, 2025
Thermosensitive anti-nutritional factors, such as trypsin inhibitors, urease, lipoxygenase, and lectins, are found in several oilseed crops but are at high levels in soybeans. Most concerning, urease and…
April 2, 2025
When it comes to oilseeds and grains, many assume they are interchangeable commodities with little variation. However, this could not be further from the truth. Differences in processing…
