Sustainable Fodder Solutions

Fresh hydroponic barley fodder grown year-round in controlled environment systems. Provide your livestock with nutrient-dense, highly digestible feed while reducing water usage by 95% and eliminating weather dependency.

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95% Less Water
Year-Round Growing
6-Day Growth Cycle
No Chemicals
Hydroponic barley fodder system showing fresh green growth

Why Choose Hydroponic Fodder?

Modern livestock feeding solutions that benefit your animals, your wallet, and the environment

Superior Nutrition

Fresh barley fodder contains higher protein, vitamins, and minerals than traditional hay. Livestock digest it more efficiently, leading to better health and productivity.

Water Conservation

Our systems use 95% less water than traditional fodder production. One kilogram of fodder requires only 1.5 liters of water compared to 30+ liters for field-grown alternatives.

Consistent Supply

Never worry about weather, drought, or seasonal variations. Our controlled environment systems produce fresh fodder 365 days a year with predictable 6-day growth cycles.

Cost Effective

Reduce feed costs by up to 40% compared to commercial feeds. Eliminate transportation costs, storage losses, and price fluctuations associated with traditional feed sources.

Chemical Free

Our hydroponic systems grow fodder without pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers. Pure, clean nutrition that's safe for your animals and the environment.

Animal Health

Livestock fed with fresh fodder show improved digestion, weight gain, and overall health. The high moisture content also helps keep animals hydrated.

6-Day Growth Cycle

Watch how barley seeds transform into nutrient-dense fodder in just six days

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Day 1 - Soaking

Barley seeds are cleaned and soaked to initiate germination

2

Day 2 - Seeding

Sprouted seeds are spread in growing trays with optimal density

3

Day 3 - Growth

Root systems develop and first shoots appear with automated watering

4

Day 4 - Development

Green shoots lengthen and nutrient density increases rapidly

5

Day 5 - Maturing

Fodder reaches peak nutrition with dense green growth

6

Day 6 - Harvest

Ready to feed! Peak nutritional value and optimal digestibility

Nutritional Transformation

15-20cm
Final height at harvest
6-8x
Weight increase from seed
90%
Digestibility rate

Calculate Your Fodder Needs

Determine the optimal fodder quantity for your livestock operation

Fodder Calculator

Daily Requirement: 150 kg
Total for Period: 4,500 kg
Estimated cost: $36,000 (30 days) • $8/kg

Feeding Guidelines

Cattle (Dairy & Beef)

Daily amount: 10-20kg per head
Best time: Morning feeding

Can replace up to 50% of traditional feed. Introduce gradually over 7-10 days.

Pigs (All Stages)

Daily amount: 1-3kg per head
Best time: Split feeding

Excellent for growing pigs. High protein content supports rapid weight gain.

Sheep & Goats

Daily amount: 1-2kg per head
Best time: Any feeding

Perfect for small ruminants. Easy to digest and highly palatable.

Poultry (Chickens, Ducks)

Daily amount: 50-100g per bird
Best time: Free choice

Excellent for egg production and meat birds. High vitamin content supports health.

💡 Pro Tips

  • • Introduce fodder gradually over 7-10 days to allow digestive adjustment
  • • Feed fresh fodder within 24 hours of harvest for maximum nutrition
  • • The entire mat (roots, shoots, seeds) is edible and nutritious
  • • Monitor animal condition and adjust quantities as needed
  • • Store unused fodder in cool, dry place for up to 2 days

Pricing & Delivery

Flexible options to meet operations of all sizes, from small farms to large commercial operations

Small Farm

$8
per kg
  • 50-200 kg/week
  • Weekly delivery
  • Fresh harvest guarantee
  • Feeding consultation
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Commercial

$7
per kg
  • 200-1000 kg/week
  • Bi-weekly delivery
  • Volume discounts
  • Priority scheduling

Enterprise

$6
per kg
  • 1000+ kg/week
  • Daily delivery option
  • Custom contracts
  • Dedicated support

Delivery Options

Delivery Schedule

  • • Weekly: Fresh harvest every Tuesday
  • • Bi-weekly: Deliveries every other Tuesday
  • • Daily: Available for enterprise customers
  • • Custom: Flexible scheduling for large operations

Service Area

  • • Durham Region (Free delivery)
  • • Greater Toronto Area ($25 delivery fee)
  • • Southern Ontario ($50 delivery fee)
  • • Custom arrangements available

🚚 Delivery Guarantee

All fodder is harvested fresh and delivered within 6 hours. We guarantee freshness and nutritional quality. If you're not satisfied, we'll replace it free of charge.

What Farmers Say

Hear from livestock owners who've switched to hydroponic fodder

"Switching to hydroponic fodder cut my feed costs by 35% and my cattle love it. The consistent supply through winter has been a game-changer for our operation."

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John Davidson
Dairy Farmer, 50 head

"The water savings alone made this worthwhile, but seeing how healthy my pigs are and how quickly they're growing - that's the real payoff. Highly recommend!"

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Maria Patterson
Pig Farmer, 200 head

"During last year's drought, while everyone was scrambling for feed, we had consistent fresh fodder. The peace of mind alone is worth the investment."

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Robert Thompson
Mixed Livestock, 120 animals

"My sheep's wool quality improved noticeably after switching to fodder. The vet bills are down and the animals are clearly healthier and more active."

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Linda Wilson
Sheep Farmer, 80 ewes

"The customer service is outstanding. They helped me calculate exactly what I needed and worked out a delivery schedule that fits our operation perfectly."

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Gary Kim
Goat Dairy, 60 goats

"Started with a trial order and was so impressed I signed up for weekly delivery. The quality is consistent and the animals can't get enough of it."

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Anna Smith
Hobby Farm, Mixed Animals

Ready to Transform Your Feed Program?

Join the growing number of farmers who've discovered the benefits of hydroponic fodder. Start with a trial order or contact us to discuss your specific needs.

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First-time customers • Free feeding consultation • Satisfaction guaranteed