Feeding & Nutrition advice for your poultry

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Laying Birds

1. Breeder guidelines for target pullet weights should be checked on an on-going basis

2. Introduce Layers Pellets to pullets at least 2 weeks before onset of lay

3. 15% Layers Pellets are complete, balanced rations for laying hens. They are also recommended for Free Range systems. Desirable egg yolk colour and shell are enhanced by feeding these rations.

Broilers & Turkeys

1. Feed intake varies with strain of bird, environmental conditions and management factors

Game Birds

1. Grain should only be introduced towards the end of the grower period, at the earliest possible time and up to a maximum of 25% of the daily feed allowance

2. Breeding stock should be maintained in good condition, but not allowed to become over fat.

Tips for Poultry

• Make sure they have access to clean water always. Chickens can often become dehydrated rather than drink dirty water.

• Have a look at them each day if possible and make sure they all look active and healthy. Keep an eye on their behaviour and eating habits. Have them checked out by a vet if you feel there is any problem.

• Make sure the coop is safe and secure, so that nothing can get in or out.

• Their coop will need to be cleaned out regularly, ideally at least once a week, depending on the amount of birds and the time of year.

• Chickens have very sensitive respiratory tracts, so you need to keep the coops as dust free as possible.

• Birds need to be vaccinated against a number of diseases, this should happen before you get your birds.