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Duckweed production for feed ramps up

26-04-2024 | |
Duckweed, also known as lemna or water lentils, is a tiny freshwater plant that is ideal for cultivation on farms for inclusion in livestock feed. Photo: Canva
Duckweed, also known as lemna or water lentils, is a tiny freshwater plant that is ideal for cultivation on farms for inclusion in livestock feed. Photo: Canva
Here we take a deeper look at duckweed research and breeding updates, as well as a look at its inclusion in fish feed. Local, sustainable and innovative – these words aptly describe duckweed production for feed on pig, cattle and chicken farms using nutrients from a constant supply of manure. But while on-farm duckweed production is not happening quite yet, research into all aspects of cultivation are underway in Europe and the USA, with a breeding project also starting in the USA. Duckwee


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