6 Reasons Every Homestead Needs Bamboo

Reader Contribution by Kacey Bradley
Published on June 10, 2019
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Are you interested in growing bamboo? While you might be wary due to tales of the plant’s tendency to take over, bamboo has many practical uses, making it essential for any homestead. Even better, it’s incredibly durable, able to grow in almost anywhere climate around the world and stays green all year.

Take advantage of everything bamboo has to offer with the six homestead uses below.

1. Feed Your Animals

Just like humans, animals need essential vitamins and nutrients to survive. These nutrients — including proteins, carbohydrates, fats and more — are vital to healthy growth and a high-quality product, such as milk or eggs. Research has found the protein of bamboo leaves averaged nearly 13%, with a slight variation across species, making them a great forage option for your homestead livestock. Cut down a handful of bamboo poles each day to provide animals like goats, sheep and cows a constant source of healthy vegetation.

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