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20 meaties today from cackle (only paid for 15).

Discussion in 'Meat Birds ETC' started by scottyboy1975, Feb 25, 2014.

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  1. Feb 25, 2014 #1
    scottyboy1975

    scottyboy1975 Out Of The Brooder

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    So my 2014 meat bird experiment started today. Last year it didn't go too bad. Tried fermented feed last year and the lil suckers refused to eat it. This year I am going with 22% starter. Any suggestions with how I should feed to maximize size in 8-10 weeks. Going to keep posting here to all who want informed.
     
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  3. Feb 26, 2014 #2
    Chick Charm

    Chick Charm Chillin' With My Peeps

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    Congrats on the new batch.

    If you want MAX size in 8 weeks go with feed 24/7 or at least 16 hrs on 8 off daily. If you are able try getting some 24% to increase weight gain.

    You can also try some fodder to see if they gobble that down if you want to go a more "natural" way. Mine have always gone for the feed.

    Wish ya the best.
     
  5. Feb 26, 2014 #3
    kuntrygirl

    kuntrygirl Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

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    Looking forward to following this thread.
     
  7. Feb 26, 2014 #4
    pipemum

    pipemum Chillin' With My Peeps

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    How did you only pay $15 from Cackle? I'm jealous-- I just went online and the price for 25 was much more than that.

    My meaties prefer dry over fermented, but they will eat both. I do small batches of CX as well...I have 10 4-week olds right now, and this is the first time I've had them on 24/7 feed. My previous batches, I had them on limited feed, 2-3x a day, fermented feed only. This time, due to my schedule, I just don't have time to feed move than 1x a day, so by default, I have a feeder available 24/7 for them. I'm not really noticing a difference, so far, between having feed limited and having feed constantly available.
     

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