Copra is the dried, white flesh of the coconut from which coconut oil is extracted. The coconuts are sun-dried, especially for export, before the oil, also known as copra oil, is pressed out. Copra has traditionally been grated and ground, then boiled in water to extract coconut oil. Nowadays, coconut oil (70%) is extracted by crushing copra; the by-product is known as copra cake or copra meal (30%) . Copra is used for a variety of purposes, including as a source of coconut oil, which is used in baking and cooking. Copra meal is also used as fodder for horses and cattle, as its high oil and protein levels are fattening for stock. The protein in copra meal has been heat-treated and provides a source of high-quality protein for cattle, sheep, and deer, because it does not break down in the rumen. High-quality copra meal contains <12% non-structural carbohydrate (NSC), which makes it well-suited for feeding to horses that are prone to ulcers, insulin.