Soaking a Mixture for Cows in Water on Shabbat
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Question
Dear Rabbi, we currently have a new method for feeding cows in the barn, where we soak a mixture containing various fresh grains in water, and this greatly aids in the cows' nutrition. The issue is that the mixture needs to be soaked immediately before feeding the animals so that the seeds do not sprout or spoil. Is it permissible to do this on Shabbat?
Answer
Hello Rabbi,
If it can be assumed that the cows will eat the mixture before it has a chance to sprout, it is permissible to soak the mixture in water. However, if there is a possibility that it will sprout before the cows eat everything, it is forbidden to soak the mixture in water on Shabbat.
If necessary, a smaller amount should be given on Shabbat, and the missing portion can be supplemented with regular hay or a second portion if needed.
Source
Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Siman 321, Se'if 11).
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