An economic model for optimizing supplemental fat usage in turkey diets
1982
Kagan, A. | Sell, J.L. | Owings, W.J.
Extract: This article examines the economic implications of supplemental fat usage in turkey diets. A production-function model is derived, and experimental data to support the model are presented. Linear regression analysis is used to establish the linear relationship between level of added fat and improvements in weight gain and feed efficiency of turkeys to allow for economic optimizing. The model can predict under what circumstances it is advantageous to use supplemental fat. This model can be coupled to a turkey producer's (or feed manufacturer's) existing least-cost diet formulation capabilities to allow for an immediate cost-benefit identification in terms of supplemental fat usage.
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