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The Breeder Stage

Marsdens breeder diets are formulated to meet the nutrient requirements of the bird (protein, energy, amino acids and minerals) and to support health by including dietary fibre sources to promote intestinal bacterial populations which are beneficial to the bird.

PHEASANT

Game Care Conditioning Pellets

Ideal for feeding overwintered birds to ensure they remain “fit but not fat” – a potential risk if feeding whole cereal.

Pre Breeder Pellets

Contains all the essential nutrients and trace elements to condition the birds in preparation for breeding. For best results introduce at around 4 weeks prior to first egg.

Game Care Breeder Pellets

Particularly suitable for feeding in raised units, Game Care Breeder Pellets focus on supporting gut health, ensuring the birds feel full, and providing structural fibre that would normally be foraged in a grass paddock. These dietary features help birds maintain behaviours and ultimately support optimum egg production and fertility.

Breeder Pellets

Highly nutritious feeds containing either fish oil, from Reproflor Plus, or where appropriate, fishmeal, supporting egg numbers, fertility and hatchability.

PARTRIDGE

A 2.5mm pellet, 20% protein, formulated with fishmeal.

DUCK

A 3.5mm pellet, 17% protein, ideal for breeding ducks.

From early February, the final stage of preparation is underway to transfer the birds to the laying pen.

  • If the hen is too thin, longevity and egg production can be impacted
  • But if the hen is too fat the results can be equally devastating
  • Good health and condition for both the hen and the cock, must be achieved

Nutrition can play an important role in supporting bird health throughout the laying season:

  • Maximising egg production
  • Improving fertility and hatchability
  • Laying the foundations for optimum breeding

Get in touch with our Game feeds specialists

Contact your local specialist for advice and how we can help your business this season.

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