Judy-n-Seth
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Sprouted barley will be much more digestible for chickens compared to non sprouted. It will contain phytase that neutralizes phytic acid that behaves as an anti-nutrient. Plus it has lots of other enzymes that help with digestion. It will still have the carbohydrates and some will be in the form of sugar. So it won't have the protein and fiber of spent barley.
Spent brewers grain is one of the most nutritious and underutilized foods available for man or animal. Very hard to handle safely due to high moisture and tendency to grow pathogens.
Spent brewers grain is one of the most nutritious and underutilized foods available for man or animal. Very hard to handle safely due to high moisture and tendency to grow pathogens.