Lushui, also known as gutter water, refers to food waste collected from hotels, restaurants, schools, and other places. It is a cost-effective and nutritious feed for pigs, but it cannot be directly fed to them without proper treatment. Traditional methods, such as boiling, are labor-intensive, fuel-consuming, and often lead to spoilage. To make it safe and usable, fermentation using microbial cultures is an excellent alternative. The Ginseng Glutinous Water Feed Starter is highly recommended for this process.
1. Fermentation Method: To ferment lushui, mix 40-50% of the water with a gold treasure bait water fermenting agent. Combine wheat bran, rice bran, and the water in a ratio of 30%:30%:40%. If there's a lot of water, drain it first. Add the baby's water-fed starter at a rate of 2 per 1000 parts, mix thoroughly, and adjust the moisture content to around 65%. To check if the moisture is right, squeeze the mixture in your hand—if it forms a ball without dripping, and spreads when dropped, it’s ready. Place the mixture into a fermentation tank (small or large, like a sink) and seal it. Fermentation takes 3–5 days. After each use, cover it again and store it for over six months without any issues. When feeding pigs, mix 20–60% of the fermented water with unfermented water that has been boiled and disinfected. This should be done once a month, along with deworming.
2. Benefits of Fermenting Gutter Water with Kimbo: (1) Eliminates the hassle of traditional cooking: Normally, gutter water must be boiled, which requires coal, time, and effort. It’s expensive and not practical for small-scale farmers. Without fermentation, only pigs over 100 pounds can be fed with it. (2) Improves physical and chemical properties, making it easier to use: After fermentation, according to tests by Mr. Dai, it can safely feed piglets weighing 50 pounds without causing diarrhea. In contrast, non-fermented water, even after boiling, cannot be used for pigs under 100 pounds. This reduces the overall cost of raising pigs significantly. (3) Can replace up to 80% of wheat bran and corn flour in full-price feed. (4) Fermented gutter water can be stored for more than six months without spoiling.
Using the Ginseng Glutinous Water Feed Starter not only simplifies the process but also ensures safety and efficiency in pig farming. It’s a smart, cost-effective, and sustainable solution for converting waste into valuable feed. Whether you're a small farmer or a large operation, this method can help improve productivity while reducing environmental impact.
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