Title: Richard J Valagene: Innovator in Ruminant Feed Composition
Introduction
Richard J Valagene is an inventor based in Republic, MO (US). He is currently associated with H. J. Baker & Bro., LLC. Although he has not yet been granted any patents, his work focuses on innovative feed compositions for ruminants.
Latest Patent Applications
Richard's latest patent applications include a granular feed supplement designed for ruminants. This composition features a granulated core containing at least one active substance, surrounded by a coating material made up of linear, saturated aliphatic monocarboxylic acids, comprising at least 60 wt % of the total weight of the coating material. Another application details a ruminant feed composition with a core of L-lysine sulfate, granulated to a size between 0.3 mm and 3.0 mm. This core is enveloped by two or more layers of a coating material that includes partially hydrogenated vegetable oil and a modifying agent, which can consist of stearic acid, oleic acid, lecithin, or palm oil. The coating material has a melting temperature ranging from 50° C. to 80° C. The weight % ratio of core material to coating material is between 50:50 and 90:10. This innovative composition aims to achieve a rumen bypass rate of at least 50% and an intestinal digestibility rate of at least 70%.
Conclusion
Richard J Valagene is making strides in the field of ruminant nutrition through his innovative feed compositions. His work has the potential to significantly impact the efficiency of feed utilization in livestock.