Potblack

Potblack

Potblack is a blend of cane molasses, liquid co-products and ‘regulated release’ urea to produce a midprotein liquid feed; providing palatable sugar based energy and good quality rumen degradable protein.

Recommended daily feed rates (per head basis)

The predicted responses (benefits) assume that the specified nutrient, physical or structural
dietary components are limiting livestock performance in the current ration.

• Milking Cows: Up to 3 (typically 1.5)kg

• Dry Cows: Up to 1 kg* Not suitable for partial or full DCAB systems

• Replacement Heifers: Up to 1.5 kg and up to 10% of the DMI

• Youngstock: >4 months with a functioning rumen up to 0.5 kg and up to 10% of the DMI

• Growing Cattle: Up to 1.0 kg and up to 10% of the DMI

• Finishing Cattle: Up to 3 kg and up to 20% of the DMI

• Suckler Cows: Up to 3 (typically 1.5)kg

DMI = dry matter intake

• Potblack is delivered in bulk tankers with discounts available for 10, 15, 20 and 28T loads. It is available UK
wide, all year around.

• Potblack has a specific gravity of 1.32kg/litre or a density of 741 Litres per tonne.

• Tanks should be built to hold and dispatch bulk liquids. They should be well maintained and cleaned out
regularly to prevent the build-up of sediment.

• A minimum 4-inch diameter pipe work is adequate to handle Potblack.

Potblack should be used within 3 months of delivery.

Potblack is a blend of Cane Molasses from sugar production, liquids from the human food and drinks industry and urea. The liquid is produced using a ‘regulated release technology’ to ensure the slow release of its nitrogen content coincides with energy availability.

Potblack is a FEMAS assured (or a recognised equivalent) product and is marketed by KW Alternative Feeds a UFAS-accredited merchant.

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KEY FEATURES

  •  A mid protein, molasses based liquid blended with co-products from sugar and wheat processing industries and regulated release urea.
  • A cost-effective liquid feed that reduces ration sorting.