Does "flock raiser" have enough niacin for ducks and geese?

[Timothy Menezes]

Purina start and grow is low on protein for ducklings. Here's a chart. Keep in mind flock raiser isn't perfect for all ages, nothing is, but it strikes a nice balance that will work for all ages.

http://www.metzerfarms.com/NutritionalRequirements.cfm?affiliate=undef&CustID=22059600

 

[corriemartin]

I see that this thread is from many years ago, but it's still relevant, so here's my question: Do people STILL say that Purina Flock Raiser has enough niacin for ducklings? The Purina website says so, but I wanted to make sure that that is still the case. Should I also give them nutritional yeast? (I've had my ducklings for 2 days now, and want to avert any problems.)

 

[Miss Lydia]

Yes it does but even with the right amount one can still have problems so watch them closely.

 

[Miss Lydia]

Just for info. https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/niacin-deficiency-in-waterfowl.1367557/page-4#post-22574812

 

[ilexxx]

I have been feeding a 22% show flock feed with added niacin. I was still having issues. I added nutritional yeast to the feed and liquid Geritol to the water. It stopped all the leg issues. Especially if you find a lame duck or goose put them in a hospital cage with geritol in the water and treat for about a week. They recover completely.