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Effects of Miscanthus grass on processing and nutrient utilization in extruded foods for dogs and cats (Room 2103C)

04 Apr 17
1:00 PM - 1:40 PM

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Renan Donadelli, PhD student at Kansas State University, shares research findings on miscanthus grass, an alternative source to other fibrous materials used to dilute the caloric density of pet foods and thus help address overweight in cats and dogs. Miscanthus is a non-GMO, purpose-grown grass high in cellulose, readily accepted by dogs and cats, according to this research, and may provide a less expensive source of cellulose fiber to pet food manufacturers