Feed form consistency & bird performance

[Mohamed Nasser]

Yes, definitely — <strong data-start=”18″ data-end=”76″>broilers usually perform better on pellets or crumbles than on mash. Pelleted feed improves <strong data-start=”114″ data-end=”175″>feed intake, growth rate, and feed conversion ratio (FCR) because birds spend less energy eating and waste less feed. Crumbles are especially good for young chicks as they’re easier to eat. However, if pellet quality is poor (too much fines), performance can drop — so <strong data-start=”387″ data-end=”424″>feed form consistency and quality are crucial for the best results.Yes, definitely — broilers usually perform better on pellets or crumbles than on mash. Pelleted feed improves feed intake, growth rate, and feed conversion ratio (FCR) because birds spend less energy eating and waste less feed. Crumbles are especially good for young chicks as they’re easier to eat. However, if pellet quality is poor (too much fines), performance can drop — so feed form consistency and quality are crucial for the best results.

[Sarah Oladoye]

Yes, broilers generally show better performance when switched from mash to pellets or crumbles. Pelleted or crumbled feeds improve feed intake, growth rate, and feed conversion ratio (FCR) because birds expend less energy eating and experience reduced feed wastage.

[Muddasar Iqbal]

Absolutely agree Sarah. Pellet feeding really helps optimize FCR and reduce wastage in broilers.

[Abu Lukman]

Yes, because birds consume more feed with pellets and crumbles than with mash feed

[Muddasar Iqbal]

Exactly, higher feed intake is one of the biggest advantages of pellet & crumble forms.

[Olamide Musa]

I may have a different experience, as Layers performance did not get better with pellets

But Broilers perform better with Pellets rather than mash

[Muddasar Iqbal]

Good point, Olamide.Yes, layers respond differently, but for broilers, the pellet form really shines in performance.

[Dare Magreola]

This is very true, as all the essential nutrients needed have been compacted into each pallet taken by the birds which reduces wastage.

[Muddasar Iqbal]

Well said, Dare — the nutrient uniformity in each pellet truly minimizes feed variation and waste.

[Muhammad Ahmad]

Yes, switching from mash to pellets/crumble significantly improves broiler performance.

· Better Growth & Efficiency: Birds gain weight faster on less feed (improved FCR).

· Less Waste: Pellets prevent selective eating and reduce feed dust.

· Ideal Progression: Start chicks on crumble, then switch to pellets for grow-out.

The main downside is the higher cost of processing the feed.Yes, switching from mash to pellets/crumble significantly improves broiler performance.

· Better Growth & Efficiency: Birds gain weight faster on less feed (improved FCR).
· Less Waste: Pellets prevent selective eating and reduce feed dust.
· Ideal Progression: Start chicks on crumble, then switch to pellets for grow-out.

The main downside is the higher cost of processing the feed.

[Andres Giraldo]

thanks👍

[Abu Lukman]

This is good

[Muddasar Iqbal]

Excellent explanation, Muhammad — you covered it perfectly, especially about starting with crumble and shifting to pellets.

[Olayiwola Danso]

Excellent, thanks

[Muddasar Iqbal]

Thanks, Olayiwola! Glad you found the discussion useful.

[Bello Bashir Bello]

Yes, switching from mash to pellet or crumble diets generally improves broiler performance, with crumbles often outperforming pellets, especially in starter phases. This is because crumbles and pellets increase feed intake, reduce selective feeding and waste, and are more palatable, leading to higher body weight and better weight gain

[Muddasar Iqbal]

Rightly said, Bello — crumbles at the starter stage often gives that early growth edge.

[Amir Sohel]

Yes, switching broilers from mash to crumble or pellet diets typically results in improved performance

[Muddasar Iqbal]

Absolutely. I’ve observed the same that pelleted feed often boosts growth & feed efficiency. Thanks for sharing!

[TAIRU AHMED ISHOLA]

There most improvement provided the nutrition content of the pellets or crumbles is within expectation.

[Muddasar Iqbal]

Well said True that the quality of pellets & balanced nutrition make all the difference.