A video journey through Foothills Farm's research into fermented feed for commercial pastured poultry

FW18-039 (project overview)

Project Type: Farmer/Rancher

Funds awarded in 2018: $19,814.00

Projected End Date: 06/30/2020

Grant Recipient: Foothills Farm

Region: Western

State: Washington

Principal Investigator:

Matt Steinman

Foothill Farms

Description:

This video describes the research into fermented feed for commercial pastured poultry undertaken at Foothills Farm in Sedro Woolley, WA. The video introduces the farmer, Matt Steinman, and technical adviser, Louisa Brouwer, who describe the background and methods of their research and present its conclusions. Spoiler alert - it's good news for hens that love fermented feed!

Type:

Video

Authors:

Matt Steinman, Foothills Farm; Louisa Brouwer, Crop scientist; Joshua & Sarah Johnson, Serotonin Creative

Target audiences:

Farmers/Ranchers; Educators; Researchers; Consumers

URL:

https://youtu.be/k-qs4-J2kdY

This product is associated with the project "Quantifying the impact of feed hydration and fermentation on poultry nutrition and farm economics"

Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture or SARE.