Feedstuff Discovery - Whole Rye
Feedstuff Discovery - Whole Rye
Whole Rye
- Not a very important feed grain in the U.S.
- Lower palatability than most other cereal grains.
- Compared to corn, it is slightly lower in energy and higher in protein.
- Except when fed to sheep, it should be processed prior to feeding (ground, cracked, etc.).
- Bulk density = 56 lbs/bushel
Average Nutrient Content
- Ruminant TDN = 88%
- Monogastric ME = 1375 Kcal/lb
- Crude Protein = 12.5%
Physical Desciption - brownish-gray coor, long an full shape, round edges, and a smooth texture.