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Post by Sprouts on Feb 4, 2013 6:51:30 GMT -5
The Basics of Sprouting Fodder Like sprouting grains for human consumption (wheatgrass, beans, alfalfa, etc), growing fodder as sprouted grains is relatively easy and has a rapid turn over from start to finished product. The typical sprouting time for fodder is 6 - 8 days and can be adjusted depending on what stage of growth you want to harvest at and the type of animal your are feeding. Many different grains can be used - wheatgrass, barley, oats, etc. Barley is the most popular. The basic method of growing fodder is as follows: Soak the sprout grains or seed mix you wish to sprout for about 6-8 hours (An optional pre-soak in a very diluted bleach water solution can be used if there are concerns regarding mold ) Drain and spread into shallow trays that have drain holes Water a couples times per day, keep moist and drained for the duration of growing cycle at a temperature range of 60 to 75°F (the lower end of the range help to reduce mold production) Harvest at the desired stage of growth and feed to the animal Heres a good video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibP41A8umL4
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Post by gschrader on Apr 1, 2013 13:29:53 GMT -5
How much bleach do you add to how much water for soaking the seeds? We just got our trays and are soaking the first batch tonight? Any info would be helpful. ;D
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Post by Sprouts on Apr 1, 2013 16:52:50 GMT -5
You want to go about three inches over the top of the seeds with water this way when they puff up they will still be under water. If you notice during the soaking process that they need more water just add more to keep them submersed. I use one cap full of bleach. I soak three trays worth at a time in the same container.
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