Probiotic Chicken Feed
The process reduces feed costs significantly, making it a cheaper alternative at RM 0.43/kg compared to RM 2.00-2.50/kg for commercial feed. It also addresses environmental issues by reducing landfill food waste. The resulting chicken meat is of higher quality, free from antibiotics, and meets stringent nutritional standards, positioning this method as a superior choice for poultry feed production.
Malaysia faces a significant food waste problem, with 17,000 tonnes of waste generated daily in 2022. Directly feeding food waste to animals poses health risks, and current recycling methods are impractical and expensive. Additionally, commercial chicken feed containing antibiotics degrades the immune system of chickens, leading to resistant pathogens, and is costly at RM 2.00/kg.
The two-stage fermentation process converts food waste into probiotic-rich chicken feed. In the first stage, microorganisms break down the waste into digestible forms. In the second stage, the material is processed to enhance nutritional value. This method is sustainable, reduces food waste, and provides a cost-effective alternative to commercial chicken feed, ensuring high-quality meat without antibiotics.
This method is unique in converting food waste into chicken feed through a double fermentation process, utilizing specific microbes to produce probiotic-rich feed. It ensures consistent nutrient levels in the final product, meeting both Malaysian (MS20:2008) and international standards. The innovation supports the growth of probiotics, offering a safe, sustainable, and effective solution for chicken feed production.