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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.
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Vella Free Range Poultry Layer Pellets.
A traditional and popular layer pellet feed for all poultry especially laying chickens. Provides the protein required by laying chickens to maintain high levels of egg laying. Back Yard Layer pellets have been formulated as a layer pellet to suit all breeds of layers from point of lay (18 - 20 weeks of age). Also suitable as a “phase out” feed after laying levels have reduced because of bird age, usually greater than 52 weeks of age.
Disclaimer: If multiple 1kg, 2kg, 3kg, 5kg or 10kg items are ordered they will be combined into a 20kg bag or multiple 20kg bags.
Main Features:
# Proteins - No urea, all protein in the form of true proteins sources.
# Energy - To assist with egg production and bird health.
# Trace Mineral Premix - To assist in maintaining nutritional balance and layer health.
# Elevated Niacin - To support the requirements of ducks.
# Pellet - easier acceptance and intake by layers, especially bantams.
# Steam Conditioned - All ingredients steam conditioned prior to pelleting to assist with nutrient uptake.
# Clearly Identifiable Bags - Avoids using the wrong product.
# Easy Lift Bag - For your safety.
Typical Analysis | As Fed | |
Energy KCAL/ kg | 2600 | |
Protein (%) | 16.00 | |
Calcium (%) | 4.50 | |
Phosphorus (%) | 0.40 | |
Crude Fat (%) | 4.00 | |
Added Niacin (mg/kg) | 60.00 |
NOTES: 1. Only the 20 kg size is sent in its original packaging. The other sizes are repackaged and provided in clear plastic bags. 2. Trace mineral premix added, for more detailed analysis please contact Vella Stock Feeds.
Typical raw materials considered in the formulation of this diet:
Australian cereal grains & their Co-Products, Corn, Canola & Soybean Meal, Lucerne Meal, Vegetable Oil, Amino Acids, Calcium, Phosphorus, Vitamin Premix, Salt, Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Bentonite, Natural Betaine, Antioxidant, Emzymes.
All raw materials used are steamed conditioned prior to the pelleting process.
Feeding Tips:
- Introduce to birds from 18 - 20 weeks of age.
- Intake varies from 95 grams - 150 grams per day depending on bird health, age, breed, lighting, housing, climate conditions and water supply, Ducks will have a higher consumption.
-Feeding hens & ducks to production is important to maximise bird health, egg production & yoke colour.
- Fresh, clean water to be accessible at all times especially for ducks.
- Greens can be fed in conjunction with pellets.
- Older hybrid hens (>2 years) egg production will decline rapidly due to aging.
- For advanced nutritional specifications please email your request to [email protected].
General Information:
- Egg production rates will vary according to a range of external factors including bird age, housing, lighting, variable weather conditions, predators, inoculations and hygiene to name a few.
- Phase supplementary feeding both in and out gradually to help avoid setbacks.
- Housing should be well-vented but draft free.
- Ensure clean, cool water is accessible at all times.
- Feeders and waterers need to be easily accessible and cleaned of litter on a regular basis.
- Quarantine sick layers to prevent possible outbreaks.
- Dead layers need to be removed straight away and disposed of. Revision: 20070808
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