The value of Molasses as fodder for HORSES, CATTLK, SHEEP, and PIGS has long been recognised in BUKOPIS, AMERICA, and A USTHALIA, while the use oE it itv NEW ZEALAND, though less general, is rapidly increasing. IS'ot only can stock lje kept alive by ifc in time ol: drought, but even ■when other food is abundant, it will pay to use. it. It serves as a condiment to food that is dry and unpalatable, acts as a substitute for more expensive articles of diet, ami tends to regulate the bowels, so preventing, constipation and maintaining good health. For dairy cows ifc is specially valuable, increasing the yield of milk and improving its quality. This result, which was obtained in Denmark and Sweden, has been confirmed in trials at the Hawkesbury Agricultural College in New South Wales. Instructions.—Begin with lib of Molasses per day, gradually increasing the amount as the liking lor it is acquired. Horses and cows become fond of it, and should be given 51b to Gib per day mixed with straw, chaff, or whatever other food is available, PRICE ON APPLICATION. Seed Merchants, DUNEDIN.
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Otago Daily Times, Issue 13856, 20 March 1907, Page 6
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186Page 6 Advertisements Column 7 Otago Daily Times, Issue 13856, 20 March 1907, Page 6
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