{"id":3502,"date":"2026-10-17T15:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-17T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ndrgkokalenterprise.com\/?p=3502"},"modified":"2026-10-17T15:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-10-17T15:00:00","slug":"wheat-bran-for-cattle-and-poultry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ndrgkokalenterprise.com\/zh\/wheat-bran-for-cattle-and-poultry\/","title":{"rendered":"Wheat Bran for Cattle, Goats and Poultry: Feeding Benefits and Limits"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"nk-quick\" style=\"border-left:4px solid #5a8f29;background:#f4f8ef;padding:16px 20px;margin:0 0 24px;\">\n<p><strong>Quick answer:<\/strong> Wheat bran is a palatable, fibre-rich feed with about 14\u201317% protein that supports digestion in cattle, goats and sheep and can be used in moderation for poultry. It is high in phosphorus and low in calcium, so balance minerals, especially for goats and sheep, to avoid urinary stones. Introduce it gradually as part of a balanced ration.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0;font-size:0.9em;\"><em>Updated October 2026 \u00b7 NDRG Kokal Enterprise, Sarawak, Malaysia<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Key facts<\/h2>\n<table class=\"nk-facts\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;\">Protein<\/th>\n<td>14\u201317%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;\">Fibre<\/th>\n<td>9\u201312%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;\">Phosphorus<\/th>\n<td>High<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;\">Calcium<\/th>\n<td>Low (balance with limestone)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;\">Best for<\/th>\n<td>Cattle, goats, sheep, horses<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;\">Poultry<\/th>\n<td>Moderate amounts only<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Benefits<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Digestible fibre supports rumen health and gut movement.<\/li>\n<li>Moderate protein and energy at low cost.<\/li>\n<li>Palatable, improves intake of mixed rations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Feeding guidance by animal<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Animal<\/th>\n<th>Use<\/th>\n<th>Watch<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Dairy and beef cattle<\/td>\n<td>Concentrate ingredient<\/td>\n<td>Balance energy and minerals<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Goats and sheep<\/td>\n<td>Supplement to forage<\/td>\n<td>Calcium:phosphorus balance (urinary stones)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Poultry<\/td>\n<td>Small share of diet<\/td>\n<td>High fibre lowers energy<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Horses<\/td>\n<td>Occasional mash<\/td>\n<td>Phosphorus balance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Tips<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Add a calcium source such as limestone where needed.<\/li>\n<li>Introduce gradually.<\/li>\n<li>Store dry to prevent mould.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Order <a href=\"https:\/\/ndrgkokalenterprise.com\/product\/premium-wheat-bran-soil-conditioner\/\">wheat bran<\/a> or read our <a href=\"https:\/\/ndrgkokalenterprise.com\/wheat-bran-buying-guide\/\">wheat bran buying guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<h3>Is wheat bran good for cattle?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. It provides digestible fibre and moderate protein and is a common concentrate ingredient.<\/p>\n<h3>Can goats eat wheat bran?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, in moderation, with calcium added to balance its high phosphorus and reduce urinary stone risk.<\/p>\n<h3>Can chickens eat wheat bran?<\/h3>\n<p>In small amounts; too much fibre lowers the energy of poultry diets.<\/p>\n<h2>Related<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ndrgkokalenterprise.com\/product\/premium-wheat-bran-soil-conditioner\/\">Buy wheat bran in bulk<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ndrgkokalenterprise.com\/wheat-bran-vs-rice-bran-animal-feed\/\">Wheat Bran vs Rice Bran: Which Is Better for Animal Feed?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ndrgkokalenterprise.com\/wheat-bran-buying-guide\/\">Wheat Bran Buying Guide: Flakes vs Pellets, Quality Checks and Bulk Supply<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Buy in bulk:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/ndrgkokalenterprise.com\/contact-us\/\">request a wholesale quote<\/a> from NDRG Kokal Enterprise, Siburan, Sarawak. Call or WhatsApp +60 13-739 1922 or email info@ndrgkokalenterprise.com.<\/p>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is wheat bran good for cattle?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. 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