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Quality products depend on accurate and reliable testing. SGS can provide quality analysis on your DDGS with fast turn-around, real-time reporting with accurate and reliable results along with tools for data management. Sample results are available online in a printable or downloadable excel format.
Listed below are quality parameters that are commonly tested. You can also download our lab submission form at the left which lists the analysis available.
Wet Chemical Analysis
- Standard analysis such as moisture, crude protein, fat, and fiber are determined to allow feed rations to be made to the producer’s needs. A consistent product allows for maximum feed efficiency.
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Antibiotic Residues
- Penicillin and virginiamycin levels need to be monitored, as antibiotics are used in the ethanol production, but are restricted in feed.
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Particle Size
- Important factors that can be affected by particle size when using DDGS in feed include: nutrient digestibility, palatability, mixing efficiency, pellet quality etc.
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Color Value
- The color of DDGS is evaluated using the Hunter or CIE scale. The values are affected by the feedstock used, amount of solubles added, drying time and drying temperature.
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Mycotoxins
- SGS uses validated ELISA and HPLC techniques for quantitative determination of DON, Aflatoxin, Zearaleone and other mycotoxins. Mycotoxins may be concentrated in the production of DDGS and are detrimental in high levels to animals.
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Minerals
- Minerals, such as sodium, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, sulfur, copper, iron, manganese and zinc are needed in animal diets to maintain feed efficiencies, healthy immune systems and reproduction capabilities.
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Amino Acids
- Amino acid analysis is critical in assisting the customer in supplying essential amino acid levels in feeding rations. Amino acids assist in the efficiency and protein production in the animal.
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SGS is a member of AOAC (Association of Analytical Chemists) and AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials, Inc.) and utilizes validated methods in analysis. See below for methods used for specific analysis.
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Moisture
Dry Matter
Crude Protein
Crude Fat
Acid Detergent Fiber
Crude Fiber
Ash
Neutral Detergent Fiber |
NFTA 2.2.2.5 (105°C/3hr)
calculation
AOAC 990.03
AOAC 945.16
Ankom Filter Bag Procedure
AOAC 978.10
AOAC 942.05
Ankom Filter Bag Procedure |
Total Digestible Nutrients
Net Energy-Lactation
Net Energy-Maintenance
Net Energy-Gain
Digestible Energy
Metabolizable Energy |
calculation
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Sulfur
Phosphorus
Potassium
Magnesium
Calcium
Sodium
Iron
Manganese
Copper
Zinc |
AOAC 985.01 - ICP
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Alfatoxin B1
Alfatoxin B2
Alfatoxin G1
Alfatoxin G2
Aflatoxin Summation
DON (Vomitoxin)
Fumonisin B1
Fumonisin B2
Fumonisin B3
Ochratoxin
T-2 Toxin
Zearalenone |
HPLC analysis; ELISA analysis
also available please
call for details
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How to send samples:
- Generally a quart size Ziploc baggie will provide enough sample to complete all analysis listed in package B.
- Print off a lab submission form and indicate testing required by checking the box next to the analysis or indicate package in center column and include with samples.
- For best results when sending wet DDG please use overnight shipping.
- When sample is received a lab ID will be assigned; as data is entered from analysis it can be accessed in real-time through your online account.
To further assist you, please contact:
Angela Carlson
SGS Mid-West Seed Services, Inc.
236 32nd Avenue Brookings, SD 57006
t: (605) 692-7611
f: (605) 692-7617
Email
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