Torwood Farm Mini Straw Bale 22L – Natural Barley Straw Bedding for Rabbits & Guinea Pigs

Torwood Farm Mini Straw Bale 22L

Torwood Farm Mini Straw Bale is a natural barley straw bedding product suited to rabbits, guinea pigs and poultry. The straw is sourced from local farms, processed and packed into a convenient 22-litre bag for easier handling, storage and everyday use.

The compact mini-bale format is practical for backyard pet owners who do not need a full farm-sized bale. It can be used to line hutches, sleeping areas, nesting spaces and poultry housing, providing animals with a clean natural floor layer when regularly maintained.

Why Use Barley Straw Bedding

Barley straw creates a natural bedding and nesting layer for small-animal enclosures. Rabbits can also use deeper straw areas for burrowing and hiding, which supports normal behaviour and gives them additional security inside their enclosure.

The loose straw can be spread to the required depth and replaced only where it becomes wet or heavily soiled. Regular cleaning helps keep the enclosure dry, comfortable and hygienic.

Product Details

• Material: Natural barley straw

• Product type: Small-animal and poultry bedding

• Pack volume: 22 litres

• Suitable for: Rabbits, guinea pigs and poultry

• Common uses: Hutches, sleeping areas, nesting boxes and poultry housing

• Source: Barley straw sourced from local farms

• Brand: Torwood Farm

• Country of manufacture: Australia

How to Use

Spread the straw across a clean, dry enclosure floor or place it inside a sheltered sleeping and nesting area.

• Remove old, wet or heavily soiled bedding first

• Add an even layer of fresh barley straw

• Use a deeper layer where rabbits like to burrow or nest

• Check bedding daily for moisture and droppings

• Replace dirty sections as required

• Clean the full enclosure regularly

• Keep unused straw sealed in a dry storage area

• Discard any straw that becomes mouldy or musty

Bedding must remain clean and dry. Damp material should be removed promptly, particularly from sleeping areas and corners where moisture can collect.

Important

Torwood Mini Straw Bale is primarily a bedding product, not a replacement for feeding hay. Rabbits and guinea pigs still need constant access to suitable fresh grass hay as part of their daily diet for fibre, digestion and dental health.

Key Features & Benefits

• Natural barley straw bedding

• Sourced from local farms

• Suitable for rabbits and guinea pigs

• Can also be used in poultry housing

• Useful for sleeping, nesting and burrowing areas

• Convenient 22-litre mini-bale

• Easier to handle than a full-sized farm bale

• Simple to spread and replace

• Suitable for backyard hutches and coops

• Australian Torwood Farm product

• Available from Bonnyrigg Produce & Garden Supplies in South-West Sydney

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Torwood Farm Mini Straw Bale made from?

It is made from natural barley straw sourced from local farms, then processed and packed into a convenient 22-litre bag.

Is barley straw suitable for rabbit bedding?

Yes. Straw can be used as bedding and nesting material for rabbits, particularly in sleeping and burrowing areas. Keep it clean, dry and regularly replaced.

Can guinea pigs use Torwood Mini Straw?

It can be used as a bedding layer for guinea pigs. Remove any sharp or overly coarse pieces and replace bedding whenever it becomes damp or soiled.

Is it suitable for chickens?

Yes. Torwood barley straw can be used as bedding in poultry housing and nesting areas, provided it is kept dry and changed regularly.

Can rabbits eat barley straw?

Rabbits may nibble the straw, but it should not replace their feeding hay. They still require regular access to suitable grass hay as the main fibre portion of their diet.

How often should the bedding be changed?

Remove wet and dirty sections daily and replace the full bedding layer as often as needed to keep the enclosure clean, dry and free from unpleasant odours.

How should I store the straw?

Keep the bag in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place protected from rain, humidity, insects and rodents. Do not use straw that smells musty or shows signs of mould.

What size is the bag?

The Torwood Farm Mini Straw Bale contains 22 litres of natural barley straw bedding.

Where can I buy Torwood Mini Straw Bale in Sydney?

Torwood Farm Mini Straw Bale 22L is available from Bonnyrigg Produce & Garden Supplies in Bonnyrigg, South-West Sydney.