Patent ID: 6322845
Filing Date: 2001-11-27
Classification: A23B,A23K,A23L

Abstract:
A method for producing pelletized whole fuzzy cottonseed from whole fuzzy cottonseed, the method comprising the steps of:a) screening linted cottonseed for removal of foreign materials;b) mincing the screened linted cottonseed and attached fibers in a screw extruder, increasing the pressure as the cottonseed progresses toward an outlet port of said extruder forming a whole fuzzy cottonseed mash elevated in temperature and pressure;c) infusing the extruded cottonseed prior to pelletizing to enrich the cottonseed with additives and preservatives;d) pelletizing said mash into predetermined pellet sizes with said additives and preservatives contained within the pellets;e) cooling the pellets;f) transferring the pellets to a finished pellet storage container; andg) coating said pellets to protect the pellets from insects and rodents.