Description
What it is. Whole fruit of oak species (notably Quercus robur, Q. petraea or Q. suber), collected as such without further processing described in the catalogue entry.
What it is for. Acorns are generally used as a source of starch and energy in feed formulation. They would typically be considered for ruminants or omnivorous species in contexts of local or seasonal sourcing. Use should be adapted according to processing (drying, grinding) and the species' tannin content.
Points to watch. Acorn tannin content is variable and can affect palatability and nutrient digestibility; no maximum inclusion level is available in the sources. Batch variability (species, maturity, origin) should be checked before use.
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