Energy Sources & Grains
Feed Wheat
Also known as: Soft wheat · Feed grade wheat
Second global feed grain. Higher protein than corn, common in EU, Black Sea and Australian rations.
Applications by species
broilerslayersswinedairy
Top global export origins
European Union Russia Ukraine Australia Canada Argentina
FeedMatch Group's RFQ Builder benchmarks landed costs across origins for your discharge port and shipment window.
Certifications & quality standards
GMP+ ISCC
Buyer considerations
Advantages
- Higher CP than corn
- Non-GMO by default globally
- Excellent pellet quality
Constraints & risks
- Non-starch polysaccharides require xylanase supplementation
- Ergot risk in some origins
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to add enzymes when using wheat?
Yes — xylanase at 100–200 g/t reduces gut viscosity from arabinoxylans and improves FCR by 3–5%.
How does wheat replace corn in swine diets?
1:1 on inclusion, adjusting for higher CP (reduce SBM by 2–3%) and slightly lower ME.
Is milling wheat suitable for feed?
Yes when out of milling spec (low protein, low falling number, or damaged). Priced at feed grade discount to milling.
