Sugar Beet Pulp (pressed)

Introduction

By-products of the manufacture of sugar consisting of extracted and dried pieces of sugar-beet Beta Vulagaris L. ssp. Vulgaris var altissima Doeff This is the pressed fiore from sugar beet processing after hot water extrartion. It is pressed, but not dried.

Origin

UK

Nutritional Information

Nutritional Benefit A palatable forage and partial concentrate extender, which ran be used to replace dried sugar beet feed. Ideal for ruminants, but not pigs and poultry. With a typical GM content of 2C-3O%, this product 15 a useful energy feed for dairy cows, beef cattle and sheep. Ideal for use in complete feeds or for use as a midday feed. This buffer feed and moist concentrate is a nigh energy succulent to supplement silage when supplies are limited or the quality poor Sugar Beet Pulp improves the energy detensity of rations based on straw and hay. In complete diet Systems, its high energy density and physical nature enhance the quality of the mix.

Colour/Texture

Brown.

Palatability

Good

Limits on Usage

Low in phosphorus. If fed fresh, it should be used within 5-7 days of leasing the factory to avoid the growth of harrohil moulds. If kept for more than 2-3 days it should be ansi ad and fully sealee. Care must be taken to ensure that there is adequate coarse long fibre in the ration. In all cases, it is advisable to use a high phosphorus mineral/vitamin supplement.

Recommended Maximum Inclusion Rates %

Handling/Storage

Product should always be tipped in a clean, dry area. ensiling pressed sugar beat pulp it is essential to exclude all air and water from the silo to successfully store the product.