Basic information
As a poultry farmer, you have to aim at raising healthy chickens, to be able to actualize this you need to feed them good quality poultry food and plenty of potable water. You can buy commercial chicken feed for chicks, layers, and broilers, or you can mix your own. The question is not so much what to feed, but rather how to feed your poultry, and if you want to mix your own feed, what sort of feed mixer or mill to use
Feed formulation is one of the most parts of livestock. The main objective of feed formulation is to utilize the knowledge of nutrient requirements, locally available feed ingredients and digestive capacity of fish for the development of a nutritionally balanced mixture of feed stuff
In feed formulation, a method known as Pearson Square is often used
In this method, the digestible crude protein is the basis for measuring nutrient requirement during feed formulation. The following are the DCP values for each of the common ingredients used in chicken feed making. This is why chicken farmers generally need to have their own chicken feed machines in their poultry farm. Anyone who decides to keep a few chickens for their own use can feed them daily, by hand. But as soon as you start farming on a commercial basis, this method will become much too time-consuming
There is a remarkably wide range of machines suitable for feeding chickens. These include both automatic and semi-automatic feeding machines. There are also various machines that can be used to process fodder, including poultry feed granulators, poultry feed mills, and fodder grinder-mixer two-in-one machines
Features
1. Feed formulation is the process of quantifying the amounts of feed ingredients that need to be combined to form a single uniform diet for livestock to supply all of their nutrient requirements
2. Feed formulation requires thorough understanding of the nutrient requirements of the particular livestock class for meat or breeders, feed ingredients in terms of nutrient composition and constraints in terms of nutrition and processing, and cost and availability of the raw materials
3. Feed formulation is both a science and an art, requiring knowledge of feed and the particular animal, and some patience and innovation when using formula
4. Feeding the most suitable feed in a manner that encourages fast growth and efficient feed conversion, results in more efficient production and increased profits
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Types of chicken feed machines
1. Semi automatic poultry feeding machine
Ideal for small and medium scale poultry farming, the semi-automatic feeding machine was designed using car chassis technology to ensure that it runs smoothly, can turn on a small radius, and is flexible when it comes to changing direction. The machine has power, travel, and lifting systems, and operates with a low voltage battery. The moving parts incorporate a drive shaft, wheel and steering wheel, and various other components. It is easy to operate, consumes very little power, and is a very popular option for both broilers and layers. The design of the lifting element of the semi automatic feeding machine features an efficient spiral device that enables simultaneous feeding of three to four cage tiers at one time. It may be used for powder and pellet feed, and the quantity of food may be adjusted. There are two basic designs, one intended for use with chicken cages for egg production, and the other, designed for vertical-type cages that are normally used for broilers
2. Automatic gantry chicken feeding machine
The automatic gantry chicken feeding machines are made of good quality rectangular steel that is professionally welded to form a frame with a large carrying capacity. They are designed to feed chickens in one to four rows, which make them a particularly cost effective option. They also feature a galvanized steel hopper that uses a gravity feed system via a feeding tube to distribute the food evenly, which also avoids waste. The lifting system comprises two conveyors, one flat and one vertical, feeding from the ground to the hoppers. A photoelectric switch receives a signal to disconnect the motor‘s control circuit when feeding is complete, improving work and operational efficiency. Automatic gantry type machines take up more vertical space than ladder-type machines, so require a reasonably high roof for installation. They are energy efficient and can do the work of more than a dozen people, also reducing labor costs
3. Automatic ladder chicken feeding machine
The automatic ladder chicken feeding machines are also designed to reduce wastage of food, save on labor costs, and generally improve the efficiency of large scale farming operations. Like this type of machines the ladder-type machines have a high quality welded steel frame with a large carrying capacity. The moving system incorporates a drive chain with a high quality cast iron wheel and anti corrosive shock absorbers. The operation of the machine is smooth and it is able to move continuously at 12 meters per minute. Automatic ladder type machines take up more horizontal space than gantry machines and require at least 1.2 m between the chicken cage rows in the poultry house. Each machine can only operate along one row at a time
4. Poultry feed granulator
The poultry feed granulator is the perfect tool for manufacturing pellets on the farm, making feeding of chickens (and other animals) cleaner and considerably easier. Pellet size can be adjusted from about 2 to 10 mm, enabling a protein feed to be delivered as a concentrate, also helping to prevent acidosis. Small and lightweight, the poultry feed granulator can handle a range of different materials including rice husks, straw, and plant waste. It can also be used to make pellets from sawdust. Ideal for small-scale production, the feed granulators are easy to operate and boast very low energy consumption. They are therefore perfect for small farms, particularly where there tends to be a shortage of electricity
5. Poultry feed mill
The feed mills are suitable for all types of farms, including chicken farms, as well as factories where commercial feed is processed. They are ideal for small and medium sized processing and combine both a grinding and mixing function. The advantage of having your own feed mill on a chicken farm is largely economic because it negates the need to buy expensive chicken feed and fodder. It also reduces labour costs and ultimately cuts the cost of rearing the chickens, both horizontal and vertical feed mills are available in a variety of sizes that cater for different capacities
6. Fodder grinder mixer
A two in one machine, the fodder grinder mixer can be used to make fodder for the full range of farm animals, including poultry. Perfect for small and medium sized operations, it can handle grains, corn, soybeans, and other foodstuffs used for making fodder. Like the poultry feed mill, it combines grinding and mixing functions. There are many advantages to having your own fodder grinder mixer on a chicken farm. These include the ability to choose what you combine to create a balanced diet for your chicks and hens. They enable you to reduce manual labor costs and ultimately lower the costs of rearing chickens. The fodder grinder mixer two in one poultry feed machines are available in both a vertical or horizontal format, both of which are available in three different sizes. The capacity each feed machine can produce depends on size; either half a ton, one ton, or two tons
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Frequently ask questions
Q: How do you manufacture chicken feed?
A: Add the whole maize meal, soya, fish meal, maize bran, and limestone powder into a container. Mix the ingredients until they are thoroughly combined. Stir the feed with a shovel, spade or a stick until all the ingredients are evenly dispersed throughout the container
Q: What are the three methods of feed formulation?
A: There are 3 main methods for formulating the diet, Pearson square method, trial and error method and computer formulation method
Q: What is DCP in feed formulation?
A: Di-calcium phosphate (Dibasic calcium phosphate) is mainly used as a feed additive and supplement in the livestock feed industry. It is also used as a tableting agent in some pharmaceutical preparations especially odour control products
Q: What is difference between DCP and MCP?
A: Mono calcium phosphate (MCP) and Di-calcium phosphate (DCP) are the most commonly used forms of inorganic feed phosphates. The main difference between these feed phosphates is phosphorus content
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