Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where do we procure our grain from?
A: Procure from both NZ and overseas.
Q: How much feed per bird per day?
A: Free range birds should have 110 to 130 grams (if this is all they are being fed)
Q: Why does it have lower protein than Peck-n-lay (NRM)?
A: This is the way it has been specified and suits the market it services (most customers feed other products - bread, scraps etc) This comes about by the way our protein levels in the feed are worded on the packaging.
Q: What are the advantages over straight grain?
A: The advantage over straight grain is; The typical protein content of grain is 9%. Barnyard Layer is a complete feed that contains essential vitamins and minerals, and a balanced amino acid profile to promote good egg production and bird health.
Q: Do I need to feed grit as well?
A: No but it is useful to feed grit in older aged birds
Q: How much feed per pig per day?
A: 0.5 to 1.5kgs per day depending on size of pig
Q: How much feed per rabbit per day?
A: 140 grams
Q: Is this what you would feed if we have over 50 birds. Semi commercial free range?
A: Yes 50 to 500 birds would be ok