Consumption of the new feeds will result in better birth rates and higher quality milk and meat

Abu Dhabi, April 20, 2011: From next week onwards, Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority (ADFCA) will make available to farmers signed on to the feed support program two types of high quality hay.

Offered at discounted rates of AED 15 and AED 20 for 25 KG packs respectively, the fiber-rich and concentrated types of hay will provide a nutritious and healthy feed option.

Mr. Mohamed Jalal Al Reyaysa, Director of Communication & Community Service at ADFCA said that the program would encourage local hay manufacturers to play a significant role in providing high quality feed for the animals in the emirate". "The new types of hay being sold from next week onwards will result in increased birth rates for the animals and production of higher quality milk and meat," he explained.

 Of the two types of hay, the fiber-rich variety dark green rough hay will range in size from 1-3 cm in length and 9 mm in diameter and will have 6-8% crude protein content. Concentrated Hay from barley, maize, wheat bran, soya beans or sunflower will have sufficient amount of vitamins, minerals and salt and about 16% crude protein.  Yellow or brown in color, its size will range from 1-3 cm in length 6 mm in diameter.

Since the 25 kg sacks of both types of hay are convenient to store and transport, farmers will find them much handier. The cumulative ingredients of the types of the hay being offered are guaranteed to provide the animals with all the sources of nourishment that they require.

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About Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority:
The Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority was established in 2005 as an independent food regulatory agency for the emirate of Abu Dhabi. The Authority embodies the Abu Dhabi Government's commitment to protecting its consumers, particularly by ensuring the safety and quality of food served throughout the public. It enforces policies and standards and conducts research and awareness campaigns to maintain a sustainable agriculture and food sector that delivers safe food to the public, protects the health of animals and plants, and adheres to sound environmental practices.

For more information contact:
Muhannad Al Badri
Hill and Knowlton
Tel: +971 2 447 2805
Fax: +971 2 447 2908
E-mail: muhannad.albadri@hillandknowlton.com

© Press Release 2011