Description
Supergrains are a naturally moist co-product from the manufacture of grain spirit from our Distillery suppliers. It is a highly nutritious feed for all ruminant stock, being rich in natural protein, energy and yeast residues. Supergrains are principally comprised of the non-starch parts of wheat grains, which have undergone a cooking stage as part of the distillation process, which greatly enhances the digestibility of the product.
Nutritional Attributes
Supergrains provides an excellent feed for ruminants and contain a good source of both energy and protein. Often used as a forage extender, it provides valuable nutrients which can also replace concentrate, approxiately 3 kg can replace 1 kg of concentrate.
Inclusion Rate Dairy
Dairy & Beef Cows
Feeding from 5-15 kg/cow/day depending on the total diet status.
Storage and Handling
Supergrains should be ensiled in anaerobic conditions. It should be consolidated to exclude all air, rainwater and other contaminants. This should be done immediately after delivery and then be tightly sheeted. The elimination of air by compacting and tightly sheeting the product will allow storage for many weeks.
