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Whole Wheat Plant - Feed Ingredient
The term “whole wheat plant” typically refers to the entire above-ground portion of the wheat plant (Triticum aestivum), including the grain, stalks, leaves, and in some cases the chaff or husks. When used in animal feed, it is often harvested and processed as whole crop wheat silage or ground forage.
As a feed ingredient for horses, the whole wheat plant provides a combination of structural fiber from the stems and leaves, and non-structural carbohydrates (primarily starch) from the grain and leaves.
The following equine feeds, supplements and products contain Whole Wheat Plant as an ingredient.
Feeds, Supplements & Products
Wheat Silage – 12% CP 58% NDF
Digestion
Fiber
Forage
NutritionWheat silage is obtained from wheat that is cut early instead of being used for grain. This is more commonly fed to cattle than horses. Wheat silage is high in protein and can be ensiled in bunker or tower silos.
Whole Crop Wheat Silage – 40% DM 48% NDF
FiberForage
GrainsNutritionWhole crop wheat silage is a starch-rich feed for cattle and other ruminants. Fibre digestibility and dry matter content vary based on the stage of maturity.
Whole Crop Wheat Silage – 42% DM 42% NDF
FiberForageGrainsNutritionWhole crop wheat silage is a forage primarily fed to ruminants. It is a starch-rich feed that is produced by chopping and ensiling the entire wheat plant.
Whole Crop Wheat Silage – 44% DM 38% NDF
FiberGrains
Gut HealthNutritionWhole crop wheat silage is a starch-rich feed primarily harvested for ruminants. Dry matter content and fibre digestibility vary with the maturity of the plant.
