Source: The post is based on the article “Revolutionizing Animal Feed: TDB-DST partners with Chemlife Innovations for Innovative Bio-Trace Minerals Project” published in PIB on 19th August 2023
What is the News?
The Technology Development Board (TDB), part of the Department of Science & Technology (DST) has partnered with Chemlife Innovations Pvt. Ltd to launch Innovative Bio-Trace Minerals Project.
What is the Innovative Bio-Trace Minerals Project?
Aim: The project aims to revolutionize the manufacturing of bio-trace minerals for animal feed particularly targeting the livestock and poultry/dairy sectors.These minerals are essential for animals’ health.
Financial Support: TDB is giving ₹84 lakh to this project which is a big part of the total cost.
Technology used: Chemlife Innovations is using new technology called ‘Accelerated Natural Bio Transformation’ (ANBioT) to make these special minerals.
– The project also utilizes pupa proteins which are rich in hydroxy amino acids.This will be an economical alternative to imported ligands like yeast hydrolysate and Methionine hydroxy analogue (MHA).
– The project also contributes to the circular economy by repurposing silkworm pupae meal, reducing waste from the silk industry.
Significance: This project aligns harmoniously with the National Livestock Mission.The mission aims to enhance livestock productivity, optimize feed and fodder resources and infuse technology into livestock management.
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