Identifying feeds - High Energy Feeds Flashcards by michael walsh | Brainscape

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Characteristics of Flaked Maize

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Maize which has been steam cooked to improve digestibility and nutrient availability.
High quality source of energy – starch. If feeding to cattle and sheep a buffer may be required.
Protein = 8.5% Starch = 64%

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Characteristics of Ground Maize?

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Energy rich.
Highly digestible and palatable.
Excellent source of slowly fermentable starch.
Suitable for all classes of livestock.

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Characteristics of Rolled Barley?

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Undergoes treatment with enzymes and steam pressure.

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