Providing extra minerals to laying hens is of great importance for their health and well-being. It is essential for optimal growth, development and digestion in the body. This is why supplemental feed, such as the pecking block discussed here, is so important.
This particular pecking block, which is rich in calcium, not only stimulates the chickens’ appetite, but also their natural behavior to peck. This is important for the chickens’ mental and physical health. Moreover, the high proportion of calcium in the pecking block ensures an extra strong eggshell and, in combination with the other ingredients, a super tasty egg.
The pecking block should be made freely available to the hens. This can preferably be done by removing the pecking block from the bucket and placing it upside down with the pecking block on top. This makes it easier for the chickens to reach it and encourages them to eat it.
The composition of the pecking block is carefully formulated and consists of calcareous seashells, calcium carbonate, sodium chloride, dicalcium phosphate, magnesium oxide, wheat and sugarcane molasses. This provides a healthy balance of minerals and nutrients needed by chickens.
In addition, the pecking block contains various additives such as zinc, manganese, copper, iron, iodine, selenium, vitamin A, vitamin D3 and vitamin E. This ensures that the chickens get all the nutrients they need to stay healthy.
In summary, feeding extra minerals to laying hens is critical to their health and well-being. The pecking block, which is rich in calcium, stimulates the chickens’ appetite and natural behavior and ensures an extra strong eggshell and a super tasty egg. Surely everyone wants that!
Feeding advice
4 kg is sufficient for approx. 10 hens for more than 10 hens we recommend using the 10 kg or several times the 4 kg.
