Compound feed from Purina for quail helps farmers control the rationed supply of proteins, fats and carbohydrates to quail, which will ensure rapid weight gain and growth of young animals. However, the food is used in limited dosages; the manufacturer’s feeding recommendations are followed. Certain types of food begin to be given to chicks from the first day of life.
Pros and cons of compound feed
Compound feed is used in high-tech poultry farms due to the cost-effectiveness of the product - there is no need to buy individual elements and mix them yourself.Crushed feed particles can be easily poured into automatic feeders - reducing labor costs. Based on the nutrient content of the feed, the farmer calculates the increase in live weight of the bird, the date of slaughter, laying and the number of eggs received.
However, with all the advantages of Purina feed, there are also several disadvantages. For each age category of quail, it is necessary to buy different compositions, because young animals cannot eat the same things as adult birds. Compound feed is not stored for a long time, and spoiled product should not be given to animals. Opened packaging must be stored at a certain temperature and humidity.
Composition of the product
The main difference between quail feed is the increased content of crude protein, which sometimes reaches up to 30% of the total nutrients. The percentage of protein is provided by cereal plants - wheat, barley, corn. This also includes the minerals necessary for the formation of the egg shell - limestone flour, phosphates, salt and soda.
Antioxidants help reduce metabolic rate, allowing birds to gain weight faster.
Rules for using Purina for quail
An adult quail requires 25-27 grams of food to maintain normal functioning and lay eggs. Each bird must be provided with free access to the feeder, otherwise stronger animals will take food from the rest. Birds destined for fattening must have free access to food and water. On average, 6.5 kg of feed per bird is consumed during the laying period.
