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  • What is a palm kernel expeller?
  • Palm kernel expeller, also known as palm kernel cake or palm kernel meal, is a by-product of oil palm with the botanical name Elaeis guineensis Jacq. It is a crucial component of animal feed derived from the fruit kernel. Palm oil comes from the fruit flesh, while the palm kernel expeller is the extraction of the fruit kernel.
  • What are the benefits of palm kernel expeller?
  • Fiber: It provides dietary fiber, which aids in digestion and promotes gut health in animals. Energy Density: Rich in energy due to its moderate levels of fats and carbohydrates, Palm Kernel Expeller contributes to the overall energy balance of animal diets.
  • What is palm kernel expeller cake?
  • Palm kernels, the seeds within the fruit, are then subjected to expeller pressing to extract more oil. The residual cake that remains after this process is Palm Kernel Expeller. This cake is dried to reduce moisture content and enhance its shelf life before being marketed for various applications.
  • What is palm kernel explorer (PKE)?
  • Palm Kernel Expeller (PKE) is obtained from the residual cake remaining after the extraction of palm kernel oil from the seeds of oil palm trees (Elaeis guineensis). The oil palm industry primarily focuses on extracting palm oil and palm kernel oil, with PKE emerging as a valuable by-product.
  • Is palm kernel expeller a good source of protein?
  • Protein Content: Palm Kernel Expeller contains a significant amount of crude protein, typically ranging from 14% to 18%. This makes it an excellent source of dietary protein for livestock, poultry, and aquaculture feeds. Fiber: It provides dietary fiber, which aids in digestion and promotes gut health in animals.
  • What is the oil palm industry?
  • The oil palm industry primarily focuses on extracting palm oil and palm kernel oil, with PKE emerging as a valuable by-product. Its production involves a series of mechanical processes aimed at extracting oils from palm kernels, followed by drying and processing the leftover cake into Palm Kernel Expeller.