Hikari Wheat Germ Large Pellet 33 lbs (MPN 06488)

Hikari wheat-germ is a nutritious and easily digestible daily diet for koi and other pond fish. It is especially effective in cooler climates with winter seasons. Feeding Hikari wheat-germ year round can enhance the conditioning of the fish's skin and improve their fertility. The diet will not cloud the water and the floating pellets make it easy to monitor the amount eaten and prevent over-feeding. It also contains stabilized Vitamin C, which promotes resistance to stress and infectious diseases, and contributes to a long and healthy life for the fish. Hikari wheat-germ is an excellent daily diet that provides superior basic nutrition, promotes superior growth rates, and improves the brilliance and luster of the fish's skin. It can be used with other fish food varieties for improved performance. When feeding koi and pond fish, it is important to consider the water temperature. Feeding should be stopped when the water temperature consistently drops below 40°F. Once the water temperature rises above 40°F but remains below 60°F, feeding can be done once daily. If the water temperature is consistently above 60°F but below 70°F, two feedings per day during the warmest part of the day are recommended. When the water temperature exceeds 70°F, feed two to four times daily. It is crucial not to exceed the amount of food that the fish can consume within three to five minutes to avoid over-feeding and water quality issues. During periods of decreased appetite, such as after sickness or during medication, careful monitoring of the food intake is necessary to prevent problems. Wheat-germ offers several benefits for pond fish. It is rich in nutrients, such as vitamin E and linoleic acid, that contribute to their overall health and vigor. Wheat-germ oil, derived from a ton of wheat-germ, is an excellent source of vitamin E and has a higher content of the vitamin E alpha component, which is essential for long-term health. Linoleic acid, present in wheat-germ oil, is important for cell wall formation and hormone production in the fish's body. The guaranteed analysis of Hikari wheat-germ includes a minimum crude protein content of 32.0%, minimum crude fat content of 4.0%, maximum crude fiber content of 4.0%, maximum moisture content of 10.0%, and maximum ash content of 12.0%. It also contains essential vitamins such as Vitamin A, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, and Ascorbic Acid. The phosphorus content is minimum 0.7%, with a minimum of 8,300 IU/kg of Vitamin A, 1,600 IU/kg of Vitamin D3, and 1,000