Sesame Meal - Feed Ingredient

Sesame meal is a byproduct obtained after the mechanical or solvent extraction of oil from sesame seeds (Sesamum indicum). The remaining solid residue is dried and ground into a coarse or fine meal, which is used as a protein-rich feed ingredient in livestock and, less commonly, in equine diets.

Sesame meal is valued for its relatively high protein content, typically ranging from 35% to 50%, depending on the extraction method. It also contains moderate levels of fat, fiber, and important amino acids such as methionine and tryptophan. The meal is low in lysine compared to other oilseed meals, which can limit its use as a sole protein source. In equine feed, sesame meal may be used in specialized formulations to contribute to overall protein intake, though it is not a primary ingredient in most commercial horse feeds.