- Feed lactating ewes up to 50% of the concentrate or forage fraction of the diet. - Creep feed lambs as 5-20% of the total creep feed.
- Feed as 25-40% of the diet for grower-finishers.
- Feed as 25-40% of the diet for grower-finishers.
Some of the many benefits of alfalfa pellets in sheep rations include:
- Vitamin A High levels of Vitamin A and Beta Carotene which meet the sheeps high requirements.
- Vitamin A may also be beneficial in reducing the incidence of pink eye.
- Available Minerals Alfalfa is rich in required minerals and vitamins.
- Alfalfa has high enough copper to meet the sheeps needs, while being low enough to fit into the narrow range between deficiency and toxicity.
- Palatability Alfalfa is exceptionally palatable which assists in increasing feed intake and subsequent growth.
- The high nutrient content and digestible fiber results in rapid gains and exceptional carcass quality.
- This also makes dehy alfalfa an excellent addition to your lambs creep feed.
- Reduced Wastage Due to the high palatability and pellet durability wastage is reduced compared to long hay.
- High Calcium:Phosphorous Ratio Lactating ewes have a particularly high calcium requirement and need a minimum of 1.2:1.
- WAMCO dehydrated alfalfa has a Ca:P of roughly 5.7:1, while most grains have a negative Ca:P ration.
- Sulphur Necessary for Wool Production Alfalfa is rich in sulphur containing amino acids to meet this need.
- Good Source of Vitamin D Despite commonly being kept outside, sheep's heavy wool coats prevent them from absorbing Vitamin D from the sun.
- Alfalfa is a good dietary source of this vitamin necessary for healthy bone formation.
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