Transforming Feed Ingredients Value and Sustainability Through Bio-Fermentation

China’s feed industry has achieved a total output value exceeding ¥1.5 trillion, maintaining its position as the #1 in the world for 14 consecutive years. Yet, the sector faces mounting challenges, including policies promoting reduced corn and soybean meal usage and growing volatility in international grain supply chains. As the industry shifts from expansive growth to refined, precision-driven operations, the urgency for technological innovation has never been greater. Myande Group Co., Ltd., with bio-fermentation technology at its core, has developed a comprehensive technical system spanning process design, equipment R&D, and large-scale validation. This integrated approach enables the efficient conversion of feed ingredients and agricultural by-products, injecting fresh momentum into the industry’s green transformation.

01 | Feed Ingredient Fermentation: From Protein Enhancement to Resource Recycling

Feed ingredient fermentation is a core focus of Myande’s technology. Its goal is to harness biological processes to remove anti-nutritional factors from raw materials such as soybean meal, cottonseed meal, and rapeseed meal, enhancing protein digestibility, increasing beneficial metabolites, and unlocking their full potential value. Depending on the characteristics of the microbial strains, fermentation processes can be categorized into anaerobic, aerobic, and facultative methods. Myande also develops a range of patented fermentation equipment tailored to these different processes, while clients can select the most suitable drying equipment based on specific post-fermentation requirements.

At the same time, Myande extends its technology to the efficient conversion of agricultural by-products. For residues from flour mills, starch plants, and the food industry, such as bran, corn fiber, corn protein, and distiller’s grains, Myande has developed specialized fermentation solutions. For example, bran can be treated through aerobic fermentation using strains like Aspergillus and Bacillus to produce enzymes such as protease and cellulase. Alternatively, anaerobic fermentation with lactic acid bacteria can transform it into highly active fermented feed, enhancing both nutritional value and economic efficiency. These technologies not only promote the circular use of non-grain resources but also reduce enterprises’ dependence on traditional raw materials.

02 | Equipment Innovation: Intelligent and Energy-Efficient Technological Support

The success of any fermentation process depends on the capabilities of the equipment. Myande has long focused on enhancing the quality and safety of its fermentation machinery, enabling clients to achieve efficient and environmentally friendly production. Using Myande’s intelligent fermentation bed as an example, it is primarily used for fermenting soybean meal, yeast cultures, and similar products, supporting both facultative and anaerobic fermentation. The system automates feeding, mixing, and discharge, with output that is precise, uniform, and stable. Seamlessly integrated with downstream drying systems, it allows manufacturers to operate continuous, large-scale production with automated, intelligent control. At the same time, it ensures optimal fermentation conditions, maximizes energy efficiency, and reduces overall fermentation costs.

Drying sticky materials has long been a common challenge in the industry. Myande’s multi-stage fluid bed technology addresses this by combining multi-level drying with anti-adhesion tower wall design, effectively solving issues such as thermal denaturation, material buildup, and energy inefficiency often seen in traditional drying equipment. To validate the feasibility of these technologies, Myande has established the Innovation and Technology Center, which provides a fermentation pilot platform capable of simulating various production conditions. This enables companies to gather critical process parameters and reduce the risks associated with large-scale production.

03 | From Concept to Reality: Showcasing Innovation at Global Exhibitions

In April 2025, Myande made consecutive appearances at two major international industry events, further demonstrating its technological capabilities and influence within the sector. At the Fourth Forum on the Development and Utilization of Feed Resources, Myande experts outlined a practical approach to “Unlocking the potential of non-grain resources through biotechnology.” They addressed pressing industry challenges, including feed grain shortages amid trade tensions and the outdated state of fermentation equipment. The presentation introduced a variety of fermentation processes, such as wet material fermentation, soybean meal fermentation, by-product fermentation, and solid-state enzyme fermentation, while also detailing the associated core equipment that supports these technologies.

At the China Feed Industry Expo 2025, Myande’s latest generation of intelligent solid-state fermentation system solutions took center stage. With fully integrated design, three-dimensional layout, precision manufacturing, and automated control, the system enables a digital upgrade of fermentation processes. Meanwhile, the multi-stage fluid bed drying technology has been validated through real-world applications, demonstrating high efficiency and stability in handling sticky materials. Myande has already partnered with several leading industry enterprises to explore resource substitution and low-carbon production models, further solidifying its position as a technological benchmark and earning widespread recognition from clients.

Myande’s technological practices have always closely aligned with national strategic priorities, from promoting green production to supporting the reduction of corn and soybean meal usage by developing by-product resources. Its innovation path is both clear and pragmatic. Through deep integration of processes and equipment, Myande not only enhances the utilization efficiency of feed ingredients but also showcases the potential of biotechnology on the global stage.

Facing the dual challenges of resource constraints and green transformation, Myande leverages its solid technological foundation and industry collaboration to provide a replicable model of innovation for the feed sector, while contributing corporate expertise to global food security and sustainable development.