Manna Pro vs. Manna Sho

[Gordita]

I'm curious as to which is better for an Angora. I'm interested in feeding simply for wool producers not for breeding or show. Which do you all recommend?

 

[dbunni]

Actually ... we use MP Gro. Works great ... proof is on the table and the wool production.

 

[Gordita]

Oh I didn't even think of that Just because on the website it says to use for milking does and growing rabbits. But you have found it works well for all?

 

[dbunni]

Remember angoras have a higher protein/fiber requirement because of wool production.

 

[Gordita]

I guess I wasn't clear on that because what I read just said 16-18% protein and hay for the fiber. Thank you

 

[dbunni]

Fiber is important. But hay alone, if EAs, will not do. Check out this site .. Created by one of the top EA breeders in the country.

http://bettychuenglishangora.com/cares/index.html

While I use a modification on her other feeding, it is similar (no horse feed w/molasas). My mix includes: pellets, oats, barley, cardinal bird mix & supplement. Along with veggies every day & grass hay (orchard).

Fiber/roughage ... for wool block & intestine, fats for coat quality, & proteins for production/animal maintenance. Simplified of course. But without a good genetic foundation, this is just feeding a rabbit. Good genetics is the true foundation to a good wool quality.

If you are working with FA or SA, the issues are not the same, but ... will work. I have had all forms of angora in this area and all of them have done will ... along w/Jersey Woolies & AFLs.
Good luck with your kiddos.

 

[Hop N'Tail]

I feed MannaPro SHO and I love it.