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Azolla – Live Aquatic Fern Culture (MOQ: 5KG)
₦10,655.00
Azolla is a fast-growing, floating aquatic fern suitable for livestock feed supplementation, poultry farming, aquaculture and sustainable agriculture. It is valued for its protein content, rapid multiplication and ability to fix atmospheric nitrogen. Azolla is suitable for farmers seeking to produce supplementary animal feed and organic green manure on a relatively small area.
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Azolla is a small, fast-growing aquatic fern that floats on the surface of freshwater. It is widely used in integrated farming systems because of its potential as a supplementary feed ingredient for poultry, livestock and fish, as well as its role in improving soil fertility.
Azolla contains protein, essential amino acids, vitamins and minerals. Its nutritional composition makes it a useful addition to appropriately balanced animal feed. Research and agricultural resources also describe its potential to support lower feed costs when it is cultivated and incorporated into feeding programmes correctly.
Azolla forms a symbiotic association with nitrogen-fixing cyanobacteria, allowing it to obtain nitrogen from the atmosphere. When grown and managed appropriately, it can also be used as green manure to contribute nutrients and organic matter to agricultural soils. <Cite refs={[“turn344586search1″,”turn344586search2”]}/>
Azolla can be cultivated in shallow ponds, lined beds, tanks or other suitable water-holding structures. With adequate shade, water quality, nutrients and regular harvesting, farmers can maintain a growing supply for farm use.
Whether you operate a poultry farm, fish farm, livestock enterprise or mixed agricultural business, Azolla offers an opportunity to diversify your farm’s feed resources and adopt more resource-efficient farming practices.
Key Features & Benefits
- Fast-growing floating aquatic fern.
- Contains protein, amino acids, vitamins and minerals.
- Suitable as a supplementary feed ingredient for poultry and livestock.
- Can be incorporated into fish-farming systems where appropriate.
- Helps diversify locally available animal feed resources.
- Fixes atmospheric nitrogen through its symbiotic association with cyanobacteria.
- Can be used as green manure in suitable farming systems.
- Grows in shallow ponds, tanks and lined cultivation beds.
- Can be cultivated on a relatively small area.
- Suitable for integrated and sustainable farming systems.
- Supports on-farm production of supplementary biomass.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Azolla |
| Common Name | Water Fern |
| Botanical Group | Aquatic Fern |
| Product Type | Live Aquatic Plant Culture |
| Plant Habit | Floating |
| Growth Environment | Freshwater |
| Primary Uses | Feed Supplement, Green Manure |
| Cultivation Method | Pond, Tank or Lined Bed |
| Suitable Users | Farmers, Poultry Producers, Livestock Farmers and Fish Farmers |
| Pack Size | Confirm with supplier |
| Species/Variety | Confirm with supplier |
How to Grow Azolla
- Prepare the growing area: Use a shallow pond, tank or lined bed that can hold water without leaking.
- Choose a suitable location: Provide partial shade to help manage excessive heat and sunlight.
- Add water and a suitable growing medium: Follow a reliable cultivation method appropriate for your growing system.
- Introduce the Azolla culture: Spread healthy planting material evenly over the water surface.
- Maintain nutrients: Supply appropriate nutrients according to a recommended Azolla cultivation guide.
- Monitor water conditions: Maintain suitable water depth, pH and temperature. Avoid contaminated water and excessive heat.
- Harvest regularly: Remove excess growth to prevent overcrowding and encourage continued multiplication.
- Maintain the culture: Remove unwanted debris, monitor for pests and replenish water and nutrients as needed.
Suitable For
- Poultry farms and smallholder poultry production.
- Livestock farmers seeking supplementary feed resources.
- Fish farms and integrated aquaculture systems.
- Organic and sustainable farming initiatives.
- Farmers producing green manure.
- Market gardeners and mixed-crop farms.
- Small-scale and commercial agricultural enterprises.
- Agricultural training centres and demonstration farms.
Feeding and Farm Use
Azolla can be introduced as a supplementary feed ingredient for suitable livestock and poultry species. Start gradually and mix it with the existing balanced ration while animals adjust to it.
For poultry and other livestock, the appropriate inclusion level depends on the animal species, age, production stage and whether the Azolla is fresh or dried. It should not automatically replace a complete, nutritionally balanced feed.
For fish, use should depend on the fish species and the feeding system. Where Azolla is used as green manure, apply it according to the requirements of the crop and production system.
Storage and Handling
- Keep live Azolla moist and in suitable water conditions during handling and transport.
- Protect the culture from excessive heat and prolonged exposure to intense sunlight.
- Avoid contaminated water and unwanted chemical exposure.
- Establish the culture promptly after delivery.
- If harvesting for animal feed, wash thoroughly with clean water when necessary.
Additional information
| Weight | 10 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Azolla?
Azolla is a small floating aquatic fern used in agriculture as a supplementary feed ingredient and as green manure in suitable farming systems.
What are the benefits of Azolla?
It grows rapidly under suitable conditions, contains useful nutrients and can contribute to feed diversification and soil fertility management.
Can Azolla be used for poultry feed?
Yes. Azolla can be incorporated into poultry diets at appropriate levels, depending on the bird type and the overall feed formulation.
Can Azolla be used for fish farming?
Azolla can be useful in certain aquaculture systems, but its suitability depends on the fish species and production method.
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