Publication Date
1985
Location
Kyoto Japan
Description
Research at Ruakura has aimed at improving the economics of lucerne protein extraction, by extracting more of the protein (up to 85%) and by searching for ways to get maximum value for each of the components in the lucerne. Presently most lucerne protein concentrate is sold on the basis of its protein and xanthophyll contents, which are valued by poultry growers. Other components, including carotene, chlorophyll and vitamin E, are not valued in poultry feed and consequently could be extracted and sold separately. Carotene and vitamin E have recently been associated with cancer prevention. The paper also discusses the value of the high levels of tryptophan, threonine and isoleucine in lucerne protein; the use of the protein in fish and prawn feed; he value of deproteinised juice concentrate as a medicinal carrier for cattle; the extraction of triacontanol;and potential uses for the high extraction fibre.
Citation
Mcdonald, R M.; Donnelly, P E.; Mills, R A.; and Vaughan, S R., "High Value Productions from Lucerne: A New Zealand Perspective" (1985). IGC Proceedings (1985-2023). 29.
(URL: https://uknowledge.uky.edu/igc/1985/ses9/29)
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High Value Productions from Lucerne: A New Zealand Perspective
Kyoto Japan
Research at Ruakura has aimed at improving the economics of lucerne protein extraction, by extracting more of the protein (up to 85%) and by searching for ways to get maximum value for each of the components in the lucerne. Presently most lucerne protein concentrate is sold on the basis of its protein and xanthophyll contents, which are valued by poultry growers. Other components, including carotene, chlorophyll and vitamin E, are not valued in poultry feed and consequently could be extracted and sold separately. Carotene and vitamin E have recently been associated with cancer prevention. The paper also discusses the value of the high levels of tryptophan, threonine and isoleucine in lucerne protein; the use of the protein in fish and prawn feed; he value of deproteinised juice concentrate as a medicinal carrier for cattle; the extraction of triacontanol;and potential uses for the high extraction fibre.
