Topics:
Animal Nutrition, Animal Refresher
Digestible Crude Protein of GNC
DCP % of GNC is-
- 45% — Correct Answer
- 26%
- 28%
- None
Explanation:
Correct Answer: 45%
GNC (Groundnut Cake) is one of the richest plant-origin protein supplements. Its Digestible Crude Protein (DCP) is approximately 45%, making it a premium feed ingredient for all livestock species.
GNC — Nutritional Profile
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Digestible Crude Protein (DCP) | ~45% |
| Crude Protein (CP) | ~47–50% |
| Anti-nutritional factor | Aflatoxin (produced by Aspergillus flavus) |
| Aflatoxin detoxification | Treatment with NH₃ or NH₄OH |
Protein Supplements — Comparison
| Feed | Approx. DCP% | Classification |
|---|---|---|
| GNC (Groundnut cake) | 45% | Plant-origin protein supplement |
| Fish meal | ~55–60% | Animal-origin protein supplement |
| Soybean meal | ~38–42% | Plant-origin protein supplement |
| Cotton seed cake | ~28–30% | Plant-origin protein supplement |
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- 26% → too low; DCP of 26% is typical of cotton seed cake, not GNC
- 28% → similar to cotton seed cake; not GNC
- None → incorrect; GNC's high DCP of ~45% is a well-established nutritional value
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