| Swedes |
| Introduction |
| Produced either as a by-product from those
grown for human consumption or from plantings to extend
forage available. |
| Origin |
| UK |
| Nutritional Information |
| Swedes and turnips are of similar
nutritional value. Swedes provide good levels of energy
and sugars in an easily fermented form. They are low in
dry matter, Out can be used to replace winter forage or
concentrate. Swedes have a higher energy value (13.5 MJ/Kg
DM) than turnips. |
| Colour/Texture |
| Yellow/cream coloured root tubers. |
| Palatability |
| Good |
| Limits on Usage |
| Has been reported to taint milk if fed
just before milking. |
| Recommended Maximum Inclusion Rates % |
| Calf |
0 |
Creep |
0 |
Chick |
0 |
| Dairy |
10 |
Weaner |
15 |
Broiler |
0 |
| Beef |
20 |
Grower |
15 |
Breeder |
0 |
| Lamb |
15 |
Finisher |
0 |
Layer |
0 |
| Ewe |
20 |
Sow |
0 |
|
|
|
| Handling/Storage |
| Root crops are often stored in clamps
during the winter. Dry Matter losses of 10% are not
uncommon. Soil contamination should be avoided and the
crop should be chopped/sliced for younger animals. |