In Xinshi Village, located in Maqiao Town, Jingjiang City, some local farmers have successfully implemented a new farming method by combining wheat cultivation with goose rearing. This innovative approach has led to significant improvements in efficiency and profitability. By using sprouted wheat as feed for geese, farmers have noticed a remarkable increase in feed conversion rates, which reduces the overall feeding period by 5 to 10 days. This not only lowers the labor intensity involved in feeding but also enhances the availability of feed sources and boosts the economic returns from goose farming.
Typically, one kilogram of wheat can produce between 6 to 8 kilograms of sprouted wheat, or malt. To raise 3.5 to 4 kilograms of market-ready geese, farmers need approximately 4 to 5 kilograms of wheat, 1 kilogram of rapeseed cake, 5 kilograms of rice bran, and a small amount of fishmeal. This method eliminates the need for grazing, making it more sustainable and easier to manage.
The process of sprouting wheat involves soaking the grains in warm water (around 30°C) for about 8 hours. After draining, the wheat is placed in a controlled environment with a temperature of around 20°C and appropriate humidity. It is left to germinate for 6 to 7 days until the sprouts reach about 6 centimeters in length. Once sprouted, the malt is mixed with 8% rapeseed cake (or 5% soybean cake), 25% fine rice bran (or 25% sterilized dried chicken manure), 3% to 5% fishmeal (or 0.5% Glauber's salt), 1% bone meal, 0.5% salt, and essential trace minerals to create a balanced and nutritious feed.
For optimal results, farmers should use meat-type hybrid geese such as Lion-Head geese, Syrup geese, Longchang geese, or Yangzhou geese. These breeds are known for their fast growth and high meat yield. It is best to start feeding them 24 to 36 hours after hatching. Before feeding, a small amount of sugar water can be given to stimulate appetite and help eliminate meconium.
For the first 1 to 3 days, the goslings should be fed 4 to 5 times during the day and 1 to 2 times at night, with each feeding providing 70% to 80% of their full capacity. As their digestive systems develop between 5 to 10 days of age, the number of feedings can gradually increase. However, it’s crucial to never overfeed them—keeping their intake at around 70% of their satiety level ensures that they remain hungry and continue to eat actively, which promotes better growth and health.
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