Description
What it is. Feed material from the "cereal grains" chapter (catalogue 68/2013, 1.2.21), consisting of maize kernels, cobs and husks, obtained during harvesting or threshing of maize. The product combines the starchy part of the kernel with fibrous fractions from the ear and the husk.
What it is for. This feed material is generally used as a source of energy and fibre in diets for ruminants and, depending on grinding fineness, for other species. The presence of cobs and husks provides a fibrous fraction that distinguishes it from maize grain alone, useful for modulating the physical structure of the ration. Its use depends on the level of energy dilution sought by the formulator.
Points to watch. The proportion of kernels, cobs and husks is not fixed and may vary between batches and harvest conditions, affecting energy value and fibre content. Quality control on receipt (moisture, presence of mould, homogeneity of the mix) is recommended, along with appropriate storage to limit degradation risks.
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