Duckweed – a potential high protein feed source

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  • Published: 1 Dec 1998

  • Author(s): Bio-Tech Waste Management Pty Ltd

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This publication considers some of the technologies available for drying large quantities of the harvested duckweed, which is 92 – 94% water, and converting the duckweed into a feed suitable for animals and fish.

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