Pengaruh Jenis dan Dosis Perekat terhadap Kualitas Fisik Pelet Ransum Ayam Buras Fase Layer

Abstract

This study aimed to determine the effect of different types and dosages of binders on the physical quality of pellets for layer-phase local chickens. The research was conducted using a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with a 3×3 factorial arrangement and three replications. Factor A was the type of binder (bentonite, rice flour, molasses), and Factor B was the binder dosage (1.5%, 3%, 4.5%). The observed physical quality parameters included moisture content, bulk density, heap density, angle of repose, and durability. The results showed that binder type had a significant effect (P<0.05) on all physical parameters of the pellets. Rice flour produced the best performance, with a moisture content of 6.60%, a specific gravity of 1.34 g/mL, and an angle of repose of 14.81°. Binder dosage significantly affected heap density, angle of repose, and durability. The 3% dosage provided optimal results for the angle of repose at 15.78°. Interaction effects were observed for heap density, ranging from 561.60 to 596.66 kg/L, and durability, ranging from 93.26% to 99.13%. Overall, the physical quality of the pellets met industrial standards. It can be concluded that binder type has a greater influence than dosage in producing pellets with good physical characteristics.