[Olayiwola]

The ideal moisture level for most poultry feeds, whether mashes or pellets, is generally between 6% and 12%, with some sources recommending a maximum of 14% to prevent mold and bacterial growth. Maintaining a moisture content below 12-14% ensures feed quality, nutrient stability, and prevents spoilage during storage.

[Olayiwola]

1. Enhance Growth and Feed Efficiency:

Additives like: Enzymes, probiotics, prebiotics, amino acids

Function:

Improve nutrient digestibility and absorption

Optimize feed conversion ratio (FCR)

Promote faster weight gain

2. Improve Gut Health and Digestion:

Additives like: Probiotics, prebiotics, organic acids, enzymes

Function:

Balance gut microbiota

Reduce pathogenic bacteria (e.g., Salmonella, E. coli)

Enhance digestion and nutrient uptake

3. Boost Immunity and Disease Resistance:

Additives like: Vitamins (A, C, E), selenium, herbal extracts, yeast products

Function:

Strengthen immune response

Reduce incidence of infections

Minimize reliance on antibiotics

4. Control Pathogens and Replace Antibiotics:

Additives like: Organic acids, essential oils, phytogenics, competitive exclusion products

Function:

Serve as antibiotic alternatives in antibiotic-free production

Reduce intestinal inflammation and microbial load

Improve flock health under disease pressure

5. Improve Meat and Egg Quality:

Additives like: Omega-3 fatty acids, pigments (xanthophylls), selenium, vitamin E

Function:

Enrich meat and eggs with functional nutrients

Enhance yolk color and shelf life

Improve meat texture and oxidative stability

6. Correct Nutritional Deficiencies:

Additives like: Minerals (Ca, P, Zn), vitamins, amino acids (lysine, methionine)

Function:

Ensure balanced nutrition

Prevent deficiency-related disorders (e.g., rickets, poor feathering)

7. Reduce Environmental Impact:

Additives like: Phytase, protease

Function:

Improve nutrient utilization

Lower excretion of nitrogen and phosphorus

Support sustainable poultry farming

8. Enhance Palatability and Feed Intake:

Additives like: Flavors, sweeteners, molasses

Function:

Increase voluntary feed intake

Useful in early growth stages or during stress.

[Olayiwola]

Great, thanks for sharing

[Olayiwola]

Noted

[Olayiwola]

Dry choking refers to the sensation of an obstruction in the throat, often a tickle or feeling of something stuck, without producing any phlegm or mucus. Wet choking, or drowning, occurs when a small amount of water enters the lungs and is not immediately exhaled, leading to a more intense sensation and potential for serious health issues, even if initially there was no water in the airway.

[AHMED]

wet choking :the mash is brighter and smooth

dry :smooth but less lighter

prevention : ensure the die is evenly wear,or replace the roll shell .

[AHMED]

Generally choking occurs when the the gap between roll shell and die is morethan 1mm.

dry choking occurred in pelleting without conditioning while dry process has conditioner included.

[Ayantosho Ojo]

Noted

[Ayantosho Ojo]

*Proper drugs dilution and mixing

*Accurate dosage calculations. i.e avoiding under dose and overdose usage of drugs.

[AHMED]

improve digestibility of feed.

improve gut process.

improve feed conversion rate.

[AHMED]

minimum of 8-9% including pellets and crumbs

[AHMED]

maximum of 12 across all poultry feed

[Jegede Olajumoke]

Calcium and phosphorus are vital for animal bones, acting as structural components for strength and providing reserves for growth and egg production. Selenium is crucial for antioxidant function, thyroid hormone metabolism, and muscle health through its role in selenoproteins. Imbalances in Ca and P lead to bone deformities, rickets, and poor egg quality, while selenium deficiency results in muscle weakness, impaired fertility, and reduced antioxidant protection, impacting overall health and production.

[Abdussamad]

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[Ayantosho Ojo]

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