Cane Molasses
| DM |
ME
|
Protein
|
Sugar
|
Ash
|
| 74.0% |
12.7MJ/kg |
5.4% |
65.0% |
13.3% |
Description
By-product consisting of a syrup residue from the manufacture or refining of sugar from sugar cane.
Typical Analysis (in DM)
| DM |
74.0% |
| Protein |
5.4 % |
| Sugar |
65.0% |
| ME |
12.7MJ/kg |
| ERDP |
33 g/kg |
| Ash |
13.3% |
| Calcium |
1.0% |
| Phosphorus |
0.15% |
| Magnesium |
0.4% |
| Sodium |
0.15% |
| Potassium |
4.3% |
Will comply with relevant EU and UK legislation.
Feeding Rates
Dairy/Sucklers 1 – 3 kg/head/day
Beef Cattle 1 – 2 kg/head/day
Sheep 0.2 -0.5 kg/head/day
Statutory declaration
Total sugars 65.0% as Sucrose
Storage and Handling
Can be stored for up to 1 year. Will thicken in cold weather.
Nutritional hazards / Limits to usage
It has a high potassium and salt content which can lead to ‘scouring’. Cane also contains a high level of sugar which can lead to acidosis.
Nutritional Benefits
A very palatable liquid feed due to the sugar content. It can be used as a de-duster, aids pelleting and is a good source of minerals.
All products supplied by Feeds Marketing should be used in diets under the advice and recommendation of qualified personnel.
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