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Milo Fodder

Discussion in 'Feeding & Watering Your Flock' started by thinkloically, Sep 24, 2014.

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  1. Sep 24, 2014 #1
    thinkloically

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    Is it possible to use milo as fodder and, how long will it take?[​IMG]
     
  2. Sep 25, 2014 #2
    potagergirl

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    I happened to be researching the same thing and what I found is that no it is not safe.
    Here is why, milo like many seeds have a coating with cyanide which is harmless as a seed and if you grow it.
    However soaking it increases the level of cyanide which could be potentially lethal to your animals.
    Here is the link where I found the information http://familycow.proboards.com/thread/57103
    It explains it in great detail more then what I understand aside from no it's not safe.
     

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