Q. How often and how much should I feed my poultry hens each day?
A. Poultry should always have food available to them and they will eat what they require. If you're trying to minimize feed waste and don't want to put too much food that gets fouled then one idea is to put in a measured amount and then come back after ...
Q. How often and how much should I feed my poultry hens each day?
A. Poultry should always have food available to them and they will eat what they require. If you're trying to minimize feed waste and don't want to put too much food that gets fouled then one idea is to put in a measured amount and then come back after one day and measure what's left. If you put 2kg and 1kg is left, then 1kg of feed is required per day.
I also managed to find this bit of information online. "A well-known ballpark figure for estimating purpose is 1/4 pound (114 grams) of feed per chicken per day"
Q. Hi, I'm after a chicken feed which is high in omega 3, something with flax seed. Do you have anything like that?
A. The best feed for high omega 3 is Omega Show Poultry Layer Pellets 15kg which is high in omega 3,6 and 9. http://www.petandgarden.com.au/poultry/poultry-foo...
Or another option is to supplement your hen's diet with flax/linseed seed which we also sell. http://www.petandgarden.com.au/poultry/poultry-food/poultry-supplements.html
Q. I'm feeding my poultry organic layer pellets and kitchen scraps. Do I still need to feed them shell grit?
A. Chickens that are fed processed feeds like layer pellets do not need to be fed shell grit. Shell grit is only required for birds that are fed grains of other hard substances. The grit is needed here to help grind up the grains and make it digestible. Also, birds that free range usually pick up the natural grit they need. However, it's still suggested to give your hens some shell grit occasionally just to be on the safe side and for some variety.
For more frequently asked questions see the bottom of the page.
Q: Which poultry feed should I buy for my laying hens?
A. Firstly, you need to find out what form of feed your poultry will eat. Most chickens will eat any form or some will only eat certain form types like layer pellets,...
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Q: Which poultry feed should I buy for my laying hens?
A. Firstly, you need to find out what form of feed your poultry will eat. Most chickens will eat any form or some will only eat certain form types like layer pellets, layer mash, layer crumble or grain mix. As a general
Mash: Organic Free Range Layer Mash OR any of the organic layer mash feeds.
Pellets: Poultry Supreme Layer Pellets OR Omega Show Poultry Layer Pellets (B & P Nutrition) OR Organic Free Range Layer Pellets.
Grains / Scratch Mix: Organic Coarse Layer Mix OR Red Hen Free Range Poultry Layer (G)
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. I am chasing grit and calcium supplement for my chickens. If I get the calgrit bird supplement would I also need an alternative calcium supplement like the calcium carbonate powder?
A. If you use calgrit for your poultry there is no need to use another calcium supplement as calgrit will provide plenty of calcium and other minerals.
Q. What supplement do you suggest for moulting poultry?
A. It's suggested to supplement your chicken's diet with a high protein supplement like mealworms, either live mealworms or dried mealworms. To help aid and or speed up the moulting process.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. Are there any GMO ingredients used for this feed?
A. No, none of the CHF Range have any GMO ingredients.
Q. Could you please advise if the Red Hen feed has any GMO grains in it? I note it contains Canola which is mostly genetically modified?
A. Answer From Manufacturer Rep: Our feeds are not GM free. As we source grain from various growers and areas we cannot guarantee there is not genetically modified grain amongst it. You would but hard pressed to find a feed supplier that would say they are 100% GM free. The only feeds that could possibly be GMO free are organic feeds.
Dried Mealworms are a nutritious treat for Amphibians, Wrens, Chickens, Cichlids, Frogs, Oscars, Rats, Reptiles, Sugar Gliders, Turtles, and Wild Birds!
Diatomite fines are the perfect diatomaceous earth product for stock feed supplementation. Has been used for many years by the poultry industry. Diatomite fines have also had a long and successful history of use with cattle, sheep, goats and alpacas as well as cats and dogs.
See below for Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth!
Linseed is a popular element of seed mixes especially canary seed, and is often given by breeders as supplement to help keep their birds in peak condition. An excellent supplement for laying poultry to help produce eggs that are rich in omega-3.
NRG Garlic & Apple Cider Vinegar is a natural antibiotic which is popular for amongst poultry keepers. A rich source of potassium and sodium. Also suitable for other animals. Assists with joint conditions.
Corn is an important part of any chickens or parrots diet. Cracked corn is often used by chicken owners to help make their birds egg yolks more rich, in colour and taste.
Avigrain Poultry Scratch feed offers a more complete feed as it also includes high protein layer pellets and a base blend of whole and cracked grains. The blend is lightly coated in oils for palatability and increased fat.
They provide a natural insect food and are an ideal source of protein for most birds & reptiles eg finches etc. SEE DISCLAIMER BEFORE ORDERING.
1kg bulk packs are currently unavailable due to a shortage. Please consider 100g packs until they become available again
A premium poultry feed pellet with 17% protein to help facilitate egg-laying in laying Laying Hens, Ducks, Geese, Quail, Pheasant, Breeding Poultry, Show Poultry. A thin cut pellet for increased palatability.
Short-cut pellet layer pellet suitable for all home Free Ranging Laying Hens and Ducks from 18-20 weeks of age and on, requiring high egg production and flock health. Also suitable for mature no-laying poultry.
Vella Free-Range now replaces Vella Backyard Layer Pellets. Now with higher protein, shortcut and added Niacin.
Vella backyard layer pellets provide the protein levels required by laying chickens to maintain high levels of egg laying.
Has the same whole grain mix as the standard Coarse Layer, but without the inclusion of any soy protein meals. Its diverse mix of colours gives it a look similar to muesli.
An organic chicken feed with a whole grain ration similar to the old fashioned “Scratch Mix”. Typical ingredients may include wheat, sorghum, barley, triticale, pearl millet, sunflower seed, mung beans and corn. These are mixed without any milling, giving it a "muesli" consistency.
A blend of organic grains rolled/mashed into a consistent "powder like" chicken feed, offering backyard chickens a nutritionally balanced diet. Has a higher protein level than most standard feeds.
Is a certified organic feed ration specially formulated for young chicks and growing hens and is free from all forms of medication that may be found in other starter feeds. Ideal for chicks up to the point of lay.
A blend of organic grains which are finely milled and then pressed into a pellet; offering a consistent, nutritionally balanced diet ideal for backyard laying chickens. Has a higher protein level than most standard feeds.
An organic poultry feed developed specifically for chickens whose owners may be affected by, or who wish to avoid, the use of soy. It has been formulated to similar specifications as the standard Layer Mash, but without soy.
An organic chicken feed designed to meet the specific needs of backyard laying birds without the use of animal ingredients such as meat or fish meal. This diet is perfect for those owners who prefer not feeding their chooks any animal material.
New High Protein Formula 16.5%! Poultry Layer Mash by Ambos Stockfeeds is professionally formulated to meet the nutritional requirements of layer hens, breeding birds and younger growing and developing chicks.
Free Range Scratch Mix has been formulated for those who prefer a natural grain based diet to suit all breeds of poultry layers from point of lay. Blends grains and protein pellets together with Molasses oil to enhance palatability and energy density.
Formulated to suit all breeds of layer chickens from day old to 6 - 7 weeks of age. This is a complete feed and no other supplement is required. Also suitable as a duck starter. Contains a natural herbal coccidiostat.
Q. How often and how much should I feed my poultry hens each day?
A. Poultry should always have food available to them and they will eat what they require. If you're trying to minimize feed waste and don't want to put too much food that gets fouled then one idea is to put in a measured amount and then come back after one day and measure what's left. If you put 2kg and 1kg is left, then 1kg of feed is required per day.
I also managed to find this bit of information online. "A well-known ballpark figure for estimating purpose is 1/4 pound (114 grams) of feed per chicken per day"
Q. Hi, I'm after a chicken feed which is high in omega 3, something with flax seed. Do you have anything like that?
A. The best feed for high omega 3 is Omega Show Poultry Layer Pellets 15kg which is high in omega 3,6 and 9. http://www.petandgarden.com.au/poultry/poultry-foo...
Or another option is to supplement your hen's diet with flax/linseed seed which we also sell. http://www.petandgarden.com.au/poultry/poultry-food/poultry-supplements.html
Q. I'm feeding my poultry organic layer pellets and kitchen scraps. Do I still need to feed them shell grit?
A. Chickens that are fed processed feeds like layer pellets do not need to be fed shell grit. Shell grit is only required for birds that are fed grains of other hard substances. The grit is needed here to help grind up the grains and make it digestible. Also, birds that free range usually pick up the natural grit they need. However, it's still suggested to give your hens some shell grit occasionally just to be on the safe side and for some variety.
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