How To Compare Different Phytases For Use In Poultry Feed
Exogenous phytase is added to poultry feed to liberate phosphorus (P), bound as phytate in raw materials, with the aim of lowering feed costs by reducing the amount of inorganic P added to the diet and having a degradation of phytic acid, known as anti-nutritional factor in feed. Both actions lead to an improved poultry performance.