| dc.description.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. | en_US |
