Feed Formulation

 Feed Formulation

involves making the feed of animals with the

required quality and quantity.That is containing all the Nutritional classes necessary for

growith and development.

The Nutritional classes are:

Energy

Protein

Fat/oil

Vitamins

Minerals

Water

Following a few simple feeding rules can lead to a healthy and productive flock.

Commercially raised layers hens receive three diets during the growing phase: starter, grower, and 

developer/layers mash. Most feed stores sell only one or two types of feeds for raising 

replacement pullets.

 What do you feed your hens with?

There is no magic to feeding chickens. As a small flock producer, you can choose from many 

brands of feed produced by several manufacturers.

These manufactured feeds are computer formulated by company nutritionists to provide optimal 

nutrition for the particular type and age of chicken being fed.

The formulation of these feeds, which is similar to commercial feeds, is based on years of 

research on commercial chickens. They are considered a complete diet, containing all of the 

nutrients required by chickens. In most cases, supplemental vitamins are unnecessary if these

feeds are fed e Feeds are formulated and manufactured for chickens to meet their nutritional needs 

at specific ages and production characteristics. 

For example, starter feeds are fed to chicks from hatch to a few weeks of age. 

Grower and developer feeds are fed to “adolescent” growing chickens, while layer or breeder 

feeds are fed to chickens that are producing eggs.

The ingredients in these different types of feeds are similar; however, the proportions vary to 

provide the proper level of nutrition for the particular birds being fed. Each sack is labeled with its 

specific use.It is important to feed egg producing chickens the appropriate feed from hatch 

through 

their productive years to maximize their productivity. Feeding improperly at any stage can result 

in poor egg production. Whether they are, white or brown egg layers, all chickens’

requirements for protein, carbohydrates, fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals are similar.

Your birds rely on you to provide them with proper feed. If you do, they will produce many high quality eggs for the family and customers.