Which feed would you pick. Ingredient list only

[Weeg]

What brands are these feeds? I highly suggest Purina

 

[LaFleche]

I'm pretty sure I can get label #2 to adjust protein levels if I asked. What concerns me is the lack of discretion on the first two ingredients.

Well, after reading their label I would not trust them with anything, but that's just me.

 

[Aunt Angus]

I agree, 16% is to low. I like Purina flock raiser, just feed OS on the side. It has 20% protein and is an overall great feed.

This is what I've transitioned to because I'm getting ducks and because I don't want to give layer feed to my rooster, but my birds are not thrilled with it. I've been mixing it with the Scratch & Peck, which I usually ferment. They'll get used to it, I'm sure.

 

[Weeg]

This is what I've transitioned to because I'm getting ducks and because I don't want to give layer feed to my rooster, but my birds are not thrilled with it. I've been mixing it with the Scratch & Peck, which I usually ferment. They'll get used to it, I'm sure.

I really like Scratch and peck as well! Its another great feed, IMO.

 

[lukkyseven]

LaFleche thats a valid point. These are local brands. One runs his own mill. The other is expanding slowly out of the area. What i like is that they are coming to me being bagged for less than a month. This is important to me. Im not here to argue that its better or anything like that. I just like fresh cracked or milled grains. They are usually semi available in rural area's and I find the quality of eggs to be personally superior for me.

 

[21hens-incharge]

Here is the higher % protein from the same source as #1

That fat level is pretty high.

I would not feed any of these feeds.

 

[lukkyseven]

That fat level is pretty high.

I would not feed any of these feeds.

High fat % is completely fine if coming from good sources and is mainly omega 3. Some people supplement their chickens with omega 3 high scratch grains. It equates to very rich yolks.

 

[21hens-incharge]

High fat % is completely fine if coming from good sources and is mainly omega 3. Some people supplement their chickens with omega 3 high scratch grains. It equates to very rich yolks.

Feed #1 has a crude fat of 8%
Feed #2 has a crude fat of 4%
Feed #3 has a crude fat of over 11% (it also states it is for turkeys, pheasants and game birds)

I have seen the recommended fat percentage should not exceed 5% with broiler feed not to exceed 6%.

 

[lukkyseven]

Here is the link to the brand of food #1 is.

https://www.hhfeeds.com/animal-selection

 

[The Kooky Kiwi]

LaFleche thats a valid point. These are local brands. One runs his own mill. The other is expanding slowly out of the area. What i like is that they are coming to me being bagged for less than a month. This is important to me. Im not here to argue that its better or anything like that. I just like fresh cracked or milled grains. They are usually semi available in rural area's and I find the quality of eggs to be personally superior for me.

Nothing wrong with placing a call or email to the producer and asking for a more definitive description of the ingredients list. A good supplier should provide it without any issue. Plus you might then also be able to enquire about a special blend.

Years ago when I had aviaries I could not find a comprehensive feed mix to suit my tastes so I purchased the individual grain components and mixed my own. My local grain supplier also offered this as a service - custom blend feeds - for a reasonable fee. There were buying minimums though to make it worth their while.

In regards the protein percentage - I would factor in what other protein sources your chickens may have. Your pellet feed may not need to contain the 100% daily recommended ration.