SALES INFORMATION | 2012
Fodder Solutions 2012
Day 1 – Seed Swelling
Day 3 - Seed Sprouts
Day 5 - Leaf closed > 1 ¾ inches
Day 2 - White Nodes Appear
Day 4 - Leaf starts to take form
Day 6 – Leaf open > 4 ¾ inch
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“With my feed supply guaranteed, regardless of the season, there is no risk of having to sell store lambs if the season turns bad.”
COMPANY AND SYSTEM OVERVIEW
Fodder Solutions is an Australian company which has perfected a patented system of growing sprouted grain
to provide green high quality livestock feed. The business has gone from strength to strength since winning the
Queensland Farm Invention of the year in 2006. Self-contained sprouting units are manufactured around the world.
The unique technology developed by business partners Terry Colless and Flavio Raccanello in 2009 has taken the
company international. Fodder Solutions makes a climate controlled growing chamber to meet every farming need,
from the hobbyist to large-scale livestock producers. They can be used strategically to keep stock alive during
drought and adverse weather conditions or to provide a diet for high production.
The system is a hydroponic growing room
that has been specifically developed to sprout
grain and legume seeds, for highly nutritious, yet
cost effective livestock feed. A selection of
grains and legume seeds are spread onto the
specialized growing trays and are watered at
predetermined intervals with overhead sprays.
A set temperature is maintained inside the growing chamber, to ensure that the fodder achieves the best
growth and highest nutritional value possible. Each day you simply slide the feed out of the trays, rinse the tray,
reseed and push the newly seeded tray into the other end of the system. The System holds enough trays to ensure
you produce your desired amount of feed every day. The sprouts grow on the Fodder Solutions specially designed
sprouting trays with no growing medium. Feed-quality barley germinates within 24 hours of seeding. The barley
grows in the same tray for 6-days and is ready for harvest at a 6 inch high sprout mat.
It takes six days to grow from seeding to feed out!
The “sprout mat” is completely edible and highly nutritious as it is a living food. The animals will eat the
entire mat, roots and green growth, so there is no waste. Sprout feeding is an economical option allowing producers
to grow their own 365 days a year (regardless of weather conditions). Because the feed is hydroponically grown, it
is fresh and clean, free of any contaminants, including pesticides and herbicides.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
Fodder Solutions barley sprouts have been tested at every
stage of growth. The peak spectrum of nutrients are available at the
6 day growth stage, this is when the barley sprouts are harvested.
The nutritional breakdown of the barley sprouts shows that the
sprouts are very high in energy and protein and contain sufficient
levels to meet the needs of most stock.
Barley grass is considered the most nutritional of the green
grasses containing an abundance of nutrients unsurpassed by any
other type of grass. The benefits of fresh green feed such as barley
grass have been well documented over the past 50 years.
Barley Grass has proven to increase the overall health of the
animal through better digestion of the hay and grain. While overall
wellness is the most noted result, studies indicate improved
performance results in other areas as well. Not only will animals be
healthier but also they will experience:
Greater energy and vitality
Stimulates the immune response
Reduction in anti nutritional factors
Antioxidant properties
Independent research studies have been conducted by qualified
academic institutes that prove the value of using barley grass. These
studies show that barley grass is both beneficial to livestock and cost
effective as a substitute for the traditional fodder supplements.
BENEFITS
There are many benefits to be found from using fresh barley grass that has been organically-hydroponically
grown. When barley is sprouted, it releases many vitamins and minerals as well as converting hard to digest
starches in easily digestible proteins.
Benefits of using a FODDER SOLUTIONS system:
No need to wait for rain or soil moisture to plant
No more moving irrigation lines, ploughing fields, mowing, windrowing, bailing and hammermilling.
Save on feed prices – Instead of paying high feed prices in tough times, you can hedge your investments,
buy when others are selling their stock cheap and sell when others are paying high prices. With a
FODDER SOLUTIONS system, you can take control of your feeding and production.
Organic and affordable – Growing demand for economical “natural” animal feed as well as concerns
relating to animal feed safety and the environment make FODDER SOLUTIONS systems an attractive
means of producing affordable organic “green” feeds.
Nutrient Units Results
Crude Protein % 20.2
Fat % 4.3
Crude Fiber % 11.3
Starch % 15.4
Metabolizable
Energy
(Ruminants) cal/lb 1300
Minerals Units Results
Calcium % 0.15
Potassium % 0.7
Magnesium % 0.24
Phosphorus % 0.46
Sulfur % 0.28
Boron mg/lb 10
Copper mg/lb 5
Iron mg/lb 73
Manganese mg/lb 17
Zinc mg/lb 18
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PROCESS BENEFITS
Optimum production
High yield in a very small area
Low energy consumption
Trouble free operations
Accelerated growth
Low water consumption
Easy maintenance
SYSTEM PRICING
Unit Approximate Daily Output
Lbs Biscuits
Price Dimensions
L x W x H (ft)
Approx.
Approximate
Grain use / Day
T12 110 6 $ 8,990 11.8 x 3.6 x 7.9 17 lbs
T18 165 9 $ 12,990 11.8 x 3.6 x 9.8 25 lbs
T24 220 12 $ 16,980 11.8 x 7.2 x 7.9 33 lbs
T36 318 18 $ 19,960 11.8 x 7.2 x 9.8 50 lbs
T72 648 36 $ 33,480 19.4 x 7.2 x 9.8 99 lbs
T84 756 42 $ 34,560 19.4 x 7.2 x 10.2 116 lbs
T108 972 54 $ 42,120 19.4 x 9.8 x 9.8 149 lbs
T126 1134 63 $ 45,360 19.4 x 9.8 x 10.2 174 lbs
*Prices are effective 2/1/2012 and are subject to change without notice.
POWER REQUIREMENTS
T12 – T36 20 Amp 120 V
T72 – T126 30 Amp 240 V
The cost of the power used will depend on power costs in your area.
WATER USAGE
The water usage of the systems will vary, the amount of water used for washing down trays and cleaning the
system is not taken into account in the below list.
T12 – 36 gal
T18 – 53 gal
T24 – 73 gal
T36 – 108 gal
T72 – 192 gal
T84 – 223 gal
T108 – 287 gal
T126 – 335 gal
These amounts may vary due to environmental factors and system adjustments.
Fodder Solutions 2012
Rodeo champion Shane Kenny was spending so much money to buy grain and hay for his stock that he
considered taking the expensive plunge to acquire more land. Instead, he and his wife Leanne have opted to
grow their own endless supply of fresh green feed with an investment that will pay for itself in just two years.
Horses and cattle on the family property outside Emerald are now thriving on a daily ration of 770 lbs of
hydroponic grain sprouts produced in a climate-controlled feed system from Toowoomba company Fodder
Solutions. Shane has 25 national rodeo titles to his credit in a career spanning 20 years. His national Rope and
Tie record of 7.2 seconds set in Rockhampton in 2000 still stands. Leanne is also an enthusiastic participant in
the sport and the couple also contract to supply cattle for major professional events, breeding Texas Longhorns
on a property at Gympie.
Shane said having the right horses was a critical element in rodeo success with the couple having years of
experience breeding, training and trading elite Quarter Horses.
Feeding their stock for high level rodeo performance and presentation has been a major challenge on their
small holding at Emerald and a couple of leased paddocks.
“We have some irrigation, but not enough allocation to grow a crop, so we have had to buy in a lot of grain
and hay. Last year our feed bill was $29,000 and it was getting to the point where we needed to buy another
place.”
“We were thinking about our options for a couple of years and saw friends getting very impressive results
feeding sprouts to horses and cattle so we were confident that a Fodder Solutions system would be a good
investment.”
“Our stock loves their daily ration of sprouts. They
come running like bees to a honey pot.”
Their feed unit turns out 42 biscuits of sprouts daily, each weighing more than 18 lbs. They are currently
feeding 12 horses and about 30 calves and 15 steers. ”
“We are still on a learning curve with the best rations, but our performance horses at their peak are getting a
biscuit each night and morning with access to paddock grazing. We’ve got a couple of good mares that doing
really well on a restricted sprout ration and lucerne hay.”
“We have been adding some lupins to the barley seed mix, but I’m not sure we will persist with the lupins.
Straight barley sprouts seems to be fine,” Shane said.
Shane said he liked the idea of having a trailer mounted small sprout unit which he could travel to feed
stock on extended rodeo trips.
They are traveling with five horses on their annual western circuit which takes in Cloncurry before the Mount
Isa rodeo in August where they will supply 55 steers and 40 calves.
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HORSES
The amount of feed required by horses is determined by its size, workload and shelter. Feeding sprouts
can replace 60% - 100% of your current hard feed diet. Horses that need a high starch feed will require a
supply of starch from conventional feed such as steamed flake barley.
The high moisture content of sprouts benefits digestion and recovery after work. For digestive health it
is recommended that a horse consumes a min. of 1.5% of its body weight as dry matter. This needs to be
considered when calculating the required roughage to balance your horse’s diet when feeding sprouts.
Due to the high nutritional value of sprouts, using the sprouts mat as a primary nutritious feed for your
horse removes the dependence for often expensive prime alfalfa.
Alternatively, you are able to offer your horse grass hay or even straw, for roughage while feeding
sprouts.
Size & Workload of Horse Feed Rate lbs/day
(wet weight)
Mini – Pony 8.8 lbs
Light Work < 16h 17.6 lbs
Cutting, Trail Ridding 17.6 lbs
Jumping, Dressage, 1DE, Mare & Foal 26.5 lbs
Harness, Endurance, 3DE, Racing 35.3 lbs
18H + & Heavy Horse 44.1 lbs
Thoroughbred Racing 52.9 lbs
OTHER BENEFITS OBSERVED THAT ARE ASSOCIATED WITH FEEDING BARLEY SPROUTS:
Properties known to reduce the incidence of ulcers, inflammatory laminitis, tie-up, compaction &
colic
Reduce recovery time after hard work
Exceptional growth rates
Stimulates appetite, especially during conditions of heat stress
Fed daily, maintains a horse’s well being by aiding the digestive process and supplying protein and
high levels of cool energy. This allows a horse in work to maintain the bulk essential for an extended
campaign
Improvement in general appearance and coat condition
High in digestible fiber, which is digested into volatile fatty acids & is readily absorbed into the
bloodstream as a source of energy
Sprouts contain higher concentrations of the freely available minerals important for animal nutrition,
compared to grain prior to sprouting.
Helps replace essential fluids lost in work and increases hydration, especially in regions where heat
causes excessive loss of fluids from sweating
Provide essential amino acids and vitamins which encourage early breeding (D Cuddeford. PhD
Royal School of Veterinary Studies)
Improved behavior
Higher milk production in lactating mares
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Mr & Mrs Abraham of Texas, QLD (Australia) are delighted with their decision to
invest in a Fodder Solutions system. This gives them a year-round, guaranteed supply of
fresh green feed.
Their cattle are thriving on the benefits of the daily dietary addition of a ration of grain
sprouts.
Removing the vagaries of the weather from the equation has also brought them
peace of mind. “It’s a great feeling, knowing you have about 1200 kilos of fresh feed
ready for your stock each morning,” Mr Abraham said.
“We needed to do something to make our small block more
profitable and this has proved to be very cost effective. You
wouldn’t buy much land for the money we spent on our
sprouting system, and we are certainly ahead of the expense of
setting up for irrigation.”
By including Fodder Solutions sprouts in the ration they are able to increase weight
gain. They have also found that less grain mixes are required for a higher weight gain,
reducing input costs.
“Most people in the area have had to sell weaners off early this season, but with our
sprouts we’ve been able to turn off a regular supply of finished cattle for the local market.
Buying the sprouting unit was the best decision we ever made!” Mr Abraham said.
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CATTLE
The amount of feed for cattle is determined by the breed, age, season, and size. The advantage of
utilizing a Fodder Solutions system is it will produce according to your stock needs.
Preparing bulls, heifers, weaners, steers, vealers for sale or just trying to hold your stock alive during
drought. It is amazing how little sprouts are required to make a difference to the nutritional value of other feed
stuffs.
Using the sprouts mat as a primary energy and protein feed for your cattle removes the dependence on
expensive processed feed & prime alfalfa hay. You are able to utilize grass hay or even straw, for roughage
while feeding the sprouts due to its high digestibility.
Size & Energy Requirement Feed Rate lbs/day (wet weight)
Poor Season 4.4 lbs
Confined cattle 8.8 lbs
Weaner 17.6 lbs
Finishing < 660 lbs 17.6 lbs
Finishing > 660 lbs 26.5 lbs
Cow & Calf 26.5 lbs
Dairy Cow 35.3 lbs
Show Bull 44.1 lbs
THE BENEFITS OF FEEDING FODDER SOLUTIONS SPROUTS:
Exceptional growth rates
Increased milk production a n d milk fat
Improvement in general appearance and coat condition
Better quality meat for color and texture
Supplies high protein and energy from small quantity of grain
Reduces bloat and acidosis
High in digestible fiber, which is digested into volatile fatty acids & readily absorbed into the bloodstream as a
source of energy
Supplies higher concentrations and bio-available minerals and vitamins, important for animal nutrition - compared
to grain prior to sprouting
Provides essential amino acids and vitamins - which encourages the early breeding and increase gut function
High digestibility due to the fact that when grains are sprouted starch is converted into simple sugars, which are
called (Maltose and Dextrin’s). These sugars are easier to digest and take the pressure off the animal’s digestive system
increasing the net available energy for the animal.
Reduces the pressure calves place on cows, as they are able to eat and digest the sprouts from as young a 7
days old, resulting in healthier cows with more milk and larger calves at foot
Stimulation of appetite, especially during conditions of heat stress
Spring green for increased fertility for breeding
Less wasted feed
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Northern NSW sheep producers Raymond and Brenda Kneipp have taken the seasonal
gamble out of their farming enterprise by installing a grain sprouting unit. With feed security
underwritten by a regular daily supply of fresh barley sprouts, Raymond is planning to change his
enterprise mix to breed more lambs for feedlot finishing on the property in the Dundee district,
north of Glen Innes.
Since he invested in the 750 lb/day capacity sprouting unit from Toowoomba-based Fodder
Solutions in October 2010 (as an upgrade from the old system he had since 2007) he hasn't
looked back and already expansion plans are on the drawing board.
'' With my feed supply guaranteed regardless of the season there is no
risk of having to sell store lambs if the season turns bad. “
Combining Fodder Solutions barley sprouts with low grade stubble, whole barley and some
feedlot finisher, Ray has been able to decrease his input costs while increasing his output.
In feeding this new ration Ray has been able to set up a 120 head feed lot that turns out prime
lambs every three months with weight gains around 9.7 lbs/head/week.
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SHEEP
Fodder Solutions systems are great for feeding sheep, goats, pigs, alpacas and lamas. The low acid content
of the barley sprouts makes the use of barley sprouts totally safe for all types of stock. Even the fussy eaters
improve in condition and weight gains. It has been noted that when feeding Fodder Solutions barley sprouts to
stock there has been:
Exceptional growth rates
Increased milk production
Improvement in general appearance and fleece characteristics
Better quality meat, color and texture reported from butchers
Supply high protein and energy from a small quantity of grain
Increased hydration in flocks, less loss due to heat stress
High in digestible fiber, which is digested into volatile fatty acids & readily absorbed into the
bloodstream as a source of energy
Supplies higher concentrations of bio-available minerals and vitamins, important for animal nutrition
- compared to grain prior to sprouting
Provides essential amino acids and vitamins which encourages early breeding
High digestibility - due to the fact that when grains are sprouted starch is converted into simple
sugars, (which are called Maltose and Dextrin’s). These sugars are easier to digest and take the
pressure off the animal’s digestive system, increasing the net available energy for the animal.
Reduce the pressure young stock place on mothers, as they are able to eat and digest the sprouts from
as young a 7 days old - resulting in healthier ewes or does with more milk and larger lambs or kids.
Reduced feed waste
The Benefits of Feeding Fodder Solutions Sprouts:
The amount of feed for sheep is determined by the breed, age, season, and size. The
advantage of utilizing a Fodder Solutions system is it will produce according to your stocks
needs. Most breeds will consume around 2% of their body weight in barley sprouts, if energy
load is higher, pregnant, lactating and fattening, this can be increased to suit.
Preparing rams, ewes or fat lambs for sale or just trying to hold your stock alive during
drought. It is amazing how little sprouts are required to make a difference to the nutritional value
of other feed stuffs.
Using the sprouts mat as the primary energy and protein feed for your stock removes
the dependence for expensive processed feed & prime alfalfa hay. You are able to utilize grass
hay or even straw for roughage while feeding the sprouts due to its high digestibility.
Size & Energy Requirement Feed Rate lbs/Day (wet weight)
Poor Season / Drought 1.1 lbs
Mob in Paddock 1.1 lbs
Fatten Lambs 2.2 lbs
Prior to Joining 4.4 lbs
Ewe & Lamb 4.4 lbs
Dairy Goat 5.5 lbs
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(wet weight
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