Description
Caustic Soda Pearls are applied for the treatment of cereals, legumes and oilseeds, which is a well proven and effective technique. Treated grains can be fed without further processing. Once applied Caustic-treated grain represents a stable, high energy feed. Caustic soda is a highly corrosive substance and extreme care should be taken when working with it. Use of a low sodium mineral in diets containing Caustic treated grains should be considered.
Nutritional Attributes
Caustic Soda has the following benefits: Treating grain using Caustic Soda (soda grain) is a specialist treatment more commonly used for lactating dairy cows. Treating the grain with sodium hydroxide softens the seed coating so it can be fed to livestock without rolling. Caustic treatment gives grain greater rumen stability.
Storage and Handling
Caustic Soda is available in 25kg bags. As a chemical, it should be stored in a cool, dry and locked container away from feed stuffs.
