High-Oleic Soy
Growing IOFC From Both Sides of the Equation
An Energy-Dense Feed Ingredient
High-oleic soybeans are gaining momentum in dairy rations for their nutritional value as both a bypass protein source and a more rumen-friendly fat source. High-oleic soybeans are a variety of soybean containing about 75% oleic acid compared to a conventional soybean which is about 22% oleic acid. This higher oleic acid content enables a higher feeding rate than a conventional soybean and less risk of milk fat depression.1
Improve Income Over Feed Costs (IOFC)
High-oleic soybeans have the ability to impact both sides of the IOFC equation. They can increase milk components, specifically milk fat, depending on the changes made to the diet. They can also reduce feed costs, especially when replacing expensive fat supplements.
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Growing, Roasting and Feeding High-Oleic Soybeans
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Research
Key High-Oleic Soy Research
Bales, A. and A. Lock. 2024. Effects of raw and roasted high oleic soybeans on milk production of high-producing dairy cows. Journal of Dairy Science.
Bales, A. and A. Lock. 2024. Effects of Increasing Dietary Inclusion of High Oleic Acid Soybeans on Milk Production of High-Producing Dairy Cows. Journal of Dairy Science.
Nicholson, Charles F., et al. 2024. Economic Analysis of High-Oleic Soybeans in Dairy Rations. Journal of Dairy Science.
Weld, K. and L. Armentano. 2018. Feeding high oleic acid soybeans in place of conventional soybeans increases milk fat concentration. Journal of Dairy Science.
Lopes, J.C., et al. 2017. Effect of High-Oleic-Acid Soybeans on Production Performance, Milk Fatty Acid Composition, and Enteric Methane Emission in Dairy Cows. Journal of Dairy Science.
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