Hominy feed is a byproduct of the corn milling process used in the production of maize products like cornmeal. It is a mixture of corn bran, corn germ, and part of the starchy endosperm. In the market, hominy feed is primarily utilized as an animal feed due to its nutritional content. Hominy comes from yellow or white maize, also known as field corn. Dried hominy kernels are soaked in an alkali solution of lye or slaked lime. This process, called nixtamalization, removes the hull and germ, making the corn easier to grind and cook with
Market Dynamics:
Rising demand for cost-effective animal feed, Nutritional benefits of hominy for livestock, Growing awareness of sustainable feed sources & expansion of the livestock sector are major factors expected to drive growth of the global hominy feed market during the forecast period.
However, limited awareness about its benefits, Competition from alternative animal feeds, Fluctuations in corn prices, Regulatory restrictions & Limited production and processing capacities is/are expected to hamper the growth of the global hominy feed market over the forecast period.
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