Poultry Feeding and Nutrition
Public Poultry
Public Poultry
As we know, poultry production systems are continually evolving. One of the primary causes that... View more
Public Poultry
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As we know, poultry production systems are continually evolving. One of the primary causes that determines feeding and nutrition is the improvement made in the genetic potential of poultry birds ( both broilers and layers) and this is done to harness the best potential in the shortest period and with best efficiencies. There are many other factors that have a bearing on feeding and nutrition and some of them are driven by consumers, societal needs, and to cater to the production of specialized poultry products. In some cases, feeding and nutritional may also be determined by government regulations, cost of production, access to desired raw materials and other environmental concerns.
As members of the poultry community – we represent different global regions and different scenarios that control feeding and nutrition, and your experiences will be useful for every member in the community. We feel that knowledge shared on this platform will be useful to all in either improving operations, gaining on production or for taking corrective actions. Come, join this interest group, and share your experiences and views.
Feeding
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The components used in feeding poultry include:
1. Feed ingredients – such as grains, protein sources (like soybean meal), vitamins, and minerals.
2. Water – essential for digestion and overall health.
3. Feed additives – such as probiotics, enzymes, and growth promoters to improve digestion, nutrient absorption, and overall health.
4. Feed supplements – such as calcium and phosphorus to ensure proper bone development and egg production.
5. Grit – small stones or particles that help poultry break down food in their gizzard.
6. Medications – to prevent or treat diseases and parasites.
7. Feeders and drinkers – containers used to provide access to feed and water for poultry.
8. Housing and environment – providing a clean and comfortable living space for poultry to thrive and grow.
9. Lighting – proper lighting is important to regulate growth rates, reproduction, and overall health of poultry.
10. Management and care – regular monitoring, feeding schedules, and proper handling are essential components in poultry feeding.
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General feed formulation for poultry in Nigeria consist of:
Maize – 50-60 %,
Soya bean- 25-30 % ,
DCP- 1-2 % ( di calcium phosphate ),
LSP – 1 % ( limestone powder ) ,
Mustard – 1-3 %,
MBM – 1-5 % ( meat bone meal ) ,
Premix – 2 -4 %
Other ingredients include: Millet , Rapeseed , Rice Bran , Maize Gluten, GNC- groundnut cake, Wheat , Broken Rice etc.
Culled from the internet.
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- Proteins and Amino Acids.
- Carbohydrate.
- Energy
- minerals
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The major components of feedstuffs are moisture, lipids, protein, fibre, carbohydrate, minerals and vitamins.
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