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Malt sprouts

 In terms of diet and feeding, malt sprouts are the most important malt industry by-product.

Malt sprouts are a significant source of nitrogen matter (250 g/kg); they are also useful namely in the cattle diet. In addition to the content of nitrogen matter, malt sprouts are active flavouring agents, making the ration more palatable.

In addition to the high protein level, the importance of malt sprouts also includes the level of minerals, vitamins, and enzymes. They contain vitamins A1, A2, B1, B2, B6, panthotenic acid, nicotine acid, nicotinamide, biotin, inositol,
p-aminobenzoic acid, folic acid, Lactobacillus casei factor, rhizopterin, and vitamins C, D, and E. As for enzymes, malt sprouts contain mainly proteolytic and amylolytic enzymes. Organic acids such as malic acid, aspartic acid, succinic acid, acetic acid, propionic acid, citric acid, and higher fatty acids, polythenols, cholesterin, oily matter, resins, waxes, and sugars have also been found in malt sprouts.

For its content of proteins, phosphorus, and energetic value, malt sprouts are a desirable feed namely for cattle. It is very good when used namely in mixed feed diets. The sprouts are accepted very well; moreover, they support the intake of other feed. They have a favourable effect on lactation. The percentage of malt sprouts in the feed should not exceed 10 - 15% of the daily ration of the concentrated feed; a higher dosage may result in bitterness of the milk. Caution is required when offering malt sprouts to pregnant animals.

Chemical analysis of malt sprouts
(Mean values in dry matter in %)

Moisture	7.6
NS	25.52
DNS	20.67
Fibre	14.45
Fat	1.44
Ash	6.71
Nitrogen-free extractives	44.3
Starch value	2.49

Mean daily dosage

Dairy cows (adult cattle)	1.5-2.5 kg
Young cattle younger than 1 year.	0.5-1.0 kg
Young cattle older than 1 year	1.0-2.0 kg
Calves	0.25-0.5 kg
Horses	1.0-2.0 kg
Pigs 20 - 50 kg	0.2-0.3 kg
Pigs 50 - 100 kg	0.3-0.5 kg
Sows	0.25-0.75 kg
Hens	0.004-0.008 kg

Specification of supply