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Feed cut
Can feed be cut in the production birds?
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12 Replies
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yes
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Yes, feed can be cut in poultry production.
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Yes we can do that but look into the chalenge you are facing if your flocks getting havier then feed cut may supports to achieve standard body weight
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thanks,can the suggested increase in weight due to may be increase in crude protein in the feed they consume
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Yes.
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Make use of proper feeders that can prevent birds from spilling out feed.
One can grow crops like corn, peas, sunflower , wheat, oat etc. to supplement flock’s diet.
Feed bulk purchase is also ideal.
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The only way to cut feed is the number of flock reduces, don’t try it with quality nor the quantity required per bird daily
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if in term of feed cost ,its important to keep only the birds one can manage very well
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it possible if you observe the following.
number of birds have reduced ,may be due to mortality.
you have culled some from main stock.
you observed some unproductive birds and have been culled.
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I will start by asking why you want to cut the feed? Are you already giving excess feed or are you looking to save money by using less feed? If you feel you are giving more feed than required, yes you can cut feed. However, do it slowly with small adjustments daily until you get back to the required feed gift for the current age and production stage. DO NOT cut the feed abruptly, the birds will punish you for it.
If you are looking to save money by cutting feed, you will burn your finger. Laying birds have nutrient requirements that must be met for optimal performance. Industry experts have provided guidelines on feed management to cater for the needs of the birds at every stage of production. Hence, giving less than the required quantity and quality of feed to laying birds will cost you. Your birds will adjust priorities; first will be body maintenance, and if there is enough left, egg production. Cutting feed to save cost may end up being a case of “penny wise but pound foolish”.
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Yes after achieving peak production for consecutive 2-4 weeks we start decreasing feed.it is related with body weight and egg weight also.in production we can decrease feed 8-10 % of the feed.
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Yes
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