WHY BUY MULBERRY FOR GOATS, SHEEP & RABBITS
Mulberry, a fruit-bearing plant, is a source of food for humans and various livestock. One of the advantages of feeding mulberry leaves to livestock is that it has a high digestibility rate, which ranges from 70% to 90%. This rate results in more nutrients absorbed by the animal’s body. Moreover, mulberry leaves contain 18% to 25% crude protein and 12% to 18% minerals, ideal for livestock feed. It is also rich in nitrogen, sulfur, and other valuable minerals.
Mulberry leaves can be harvested every three months, making it a sustainable feed source for livestock. Additionally, studies show that feeding mulberry to lactating goats, cows, and rabbits can help increase milk production. The leaves are also known to contain antioxidants that can boost the immune system of the animals.
Aside from the leaves, mulberry fruits can also be fed to livestock as they are rich in iron and vitamins C. Furthermore, studies show that mulberries help lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels, which can benefit the animals’ overall health.
Mulberry cuttings must be planted at least 1 meter apart. It takes about 6 to 8 months from planting for your first harvest. The succeeding harvests can be done after every 3 to 4 months. Although mulberry can thrive in tropical countries, it is still best to water them twice a week during summer. Their regrowth is much faster when they are watered. Buy Mulberry cuttings at the Alpha Agventure Farms today!
