If you have livestock on your hobby farm, there are many different aspects that you will have to be aware of. Taking care of animals is no small feat, but it can be incredibly rewarding as long as you are ready and willing to put the necessary time into their care.
This means you will be spending a fair amount of money on feed for your animals. Because you will be on a budget with your hobby farm, it is essential that as little of this food as possible goes to waste. Why pay for what your livestock won't be able to consume?
Here are a few tips to help you reduce this feed waste:
- Choose the right storage container: Placing the feed in a storage container will not only keep the food fresh, but it will help prevent rodents and other wild animals from consuming it. Just be sure to choose a sealed plastic or rubber container for the best results.
- Keep the food in a cool and dry place: Another vital factor will be to keep the food someplace where it will not spoil quickly. This means keeping the containers that you choose in a place that is cool and dry, so the feed will not risk expiring.
- Stock up on grains for the animals: Whole grains, such as corn, can be kept in storage for a long period of time before going bad. Having these types of feed on hand will allow you to easily keep your animals fed.
