Emory L Cocke

US Patent:

39669840, Jun 29, 1976

Filed:

Nov 27, 1974

Appl. No.:

5/527718

Inventors:

Emory L. Cocke - Atlanta GA
Fred W. Muncie - late of Detroit MI
by John W. Muncie - Grosse Pointe Park MI

International Classification:

A23L 100
A23L 206

US Classification:

426472

Abstract:

In a process of preparing animal feed from citrus residue, the citrus residue is pulverized and pectin is precipitated, preferably with lime. The resulting mixture is then heated to release water and volatile compounds including (d-limonene) from solids. The evaporated water and d-limonene are collected and condensed, thereby preventing their escape into the atmosphere. The solids are then dried in a rotary kiln to yield the animal feed.