Can geese eat kudzu? We have 2 Pilgrims and they could help us trimming this awful weed.

[SanK]

I would also know where to find organic or not treated grass seed to safely offer to our “babies “.

 

[Goosebaby]

According to this https://a-z-animals.com/blog/what-is-kudzu/

“Kudzu makes nutritious food for animals, like livestock and poultry. It is usually high in protein and has a high percentage of digestible nutrients. Its quality can depend on how it is taken care of and what season it is, but it is still typically quite delicious for animals. Also, the forage can last until the frost comes and sometimes can even be eaten for a short time after that.

Kudzu has limited use as a forage plant due to its low to moderate yields, which is around 2-4 tons of dry weight per acre in one year. It is also challenging to harvest and bale up because of its vining growth habit. Two cuttings of hay can be taken each year, the first in late June or early July and the second right before frost. However, the hay must be kept under shelter for protection after it is baled. Kudzu can also be harvested for silage, but it is light and hard to pack.”

I’m not sure about the grass seed.

 

[FoodFreedomNow]

I also raise Pilgrims. If they like the kudzu, they should help you eliminate (or at least significantly reduce) the problem shortly.

Another option: eat the edible parts of it yourself. According to the article, the leaves, shoots, flowers, and roots and edible.

 

[SanK]

According to this https://a-z-animals.com/blog/what-is-kudzu/

“Kudzu makes nutritious food for animals, like livestock and poultry. It is usually high in protein and has a high percentage of digestible nutrients. Its quality can depend on how it is taken care of and what season it is, but it is still typically quite delicious for animals. Also, the forage can last until the frost comes and sometimes can even be eaten for a short time after that.

Kudzu has limited use as a forage plant due to its low to moderate yields, which is around 2-4 tons of dry weight per acre in one year. It is also challenging to harvest and bale up because of its vining growth habit. Two cuttings of hay can be taken each year, the first in late June or early July and the second right before frost. However, the hay must be kept under shelter for protection after it is baled. Kudzu can also be harvested for silage, but it is light and hard to pack.”

I’m not sure about the grass seed.

Thank you for your input! I will give new leaves that are softer.

 

[SanK]

I also raise Pilgrims. If they like the kudzu, they should help you eliminate (or at least significantly reduce) the problem shortly.

Another option: eat the edible parts of it yourself. According to the article, the leaves, shoots, flowers, and roots and edible.

That would be a great sustainable “kudzu mower”, LOL.
I will cook some for myself.

 

[Jenbirdee]

I also raise Pilgrims. If they like the kudzu, they should help you eliminate (or at least significantly reduce) the problem shortly.

Another option: eat the edible parts of it yourself. According to the article, the leaves, shoots, flowers, and roots and edible.

Leaves, shoots, flowers, roots… that’s almost the whole plant like what part of it is, not edible? Stems?

 

[Jenbirdee]

I had a hard time finding grass seed that wasn’t treated or coated with something too.. Ended up going to a store in Delaware “first state seed company “ and they had a 50 pound bag of what they call pasture mix. So look for an actual seed store .. not a place like Lowe’s or TSC.

 

[SanK]

I had a hard time finding grass seed that wasn’t treated or coated with something too.. Ended up going to a store in Delaware “first state seed company “ and they had a 50 pound bag of what they call pasture mix. So look for an actual seed store .. not a place like Lowe’s or TSC.

Thank you! I will ask locally. Our neighbor’s lawn is huge but he uses pesticide “in 1 area only”, but we won’t take any chances.
It’s hard to find healthy or safe grass for our babies to eat. We are getting by with invasive grass growing anyway. We love our “sustainable” and cute lawnmower

 

[SanK]

Leaves, shoots, flowers, roots… that’s almost the whole plant like what part of it is, not edible? Stems?

Yes, stems look gross.
Because they are on high protein diet last day is technically today, I will introduce them to kudzu this weekend as I will cook for myself.
Thank you!

 

[FoodFreedomNow]

Leaves, shoots, flowers, roots… that’s almost the whole plant like what part of it is, not edible? Stems?

Didn't read the article, did you? It says "you can eat almost all parts of this plant, except for its seeds and seed pods."