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Nesty Basics Chicken Cracked Corn
An excellent source of energy that fuels growth, productivity, and maintenance of bodyweight.
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High Energy Boost
Maize (or corn) is an excellent source of energy. It is the easiest grain for chickens to digest because of its low fibre and high starch content. This fuels growth, productivity, and maintenance of body weight.
Improved Digestibility
Cracked corn is broken into smaller pieces, making it easier for chickens to consume and digest compared to whole maize kernels. The reduced size allows the grains to pass more efficiently through the digestive system, which means your chickens can better absorb the essential nutrients, such as carbohydrates and proteins, that support their energy levels and overall health.
All your questions answered
Can I feed maize as my chickens sole diet?
No, feed maize as a treat or mixed into your chickens feed but do not allow it to exceed 10% of their total diet. Always ensure your chickens have access to fresh water and a quality chicken feed sourced from your local fodder store.
Can maize be fed to poultry other than chickens?
Yes, maize can be safely fed to all poultry. It is an excellent source of fats and starch that will help poultry hold their weight and productivity. Be sure to feed it in conjunction with a balanced diet.
Can other treats be fed whilst feeding maize?
Yes, we encourage you to provide an enriching diet through the use of mixed grains and free ranging. This can help eliminate boredom, increase egg productivity and quality, and keep your hens healthy. Always ensure that your poultry have access to fresh water and a standard chicken feed. Treats can be fed as an additional supplement but should not be the sole basis of their diet.
Other treats you can feed your hens from the Nesty Basics range includes: Sunflower Seeds and Linseeds.
Why should I feed cracked maize over whole?
Corn can be fed whole and come with excellent results. However, by cracking or rolling corn, it will increase the digestibility of it by 5 to 10%. -This increases your feed utilization and reduces your hens consumption.
Is there a difference between maize and corn?
Whilst we use the term “maize” and “corn” interchangeably, there are differences between the final product. However, they both look very similar, thus we talk about them with both names.
Maize is far less sweeter than corn and has larger kernels. Maize is used for cropping situations where it will be fed to livestock. Whereas corn has a smaller cob that fits our dinner plates better, its is significantly sweeter and is brighter in colour too.
Disclaimer
PET FOOD ONLY. INTENDED FOR CHICKENS ONLY. This product does not contain any restricted animal material. Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight.
Sourced from a feedsafe accredited mill. WE ACCEPT NO RESPONSIBILITY IF THIS FEED IS USED IN QUANTITIES, CONDITIONS OR IN ANY WAY OTHER THAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RECOMMENDATIONS. UNSUITABLE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION.
Ingredients Disclaimer
The feed displayed in ingredients is representative, and the actual appearance of the feed may vary naturally. However, this natural variation in appearance does not impact the feed's nutritional value in any way.
Storage Requirements
For optimal shelf life and quality the product should be stored below 30 degrees and off the ground in a cool dry place, protected from direct sunlight.
Due to the natural ingredients and gluing agent, this block should not be stored in air tight conditions and may deteriorate if in humid or suboptimal conditions.
