Red Hen Chick Starter Crumble is a fully balanced, high-quality complete feed specially formulated for chicks from hatch to approximately 6–8 weeks of age. It provides the essential nutrients needed for rapid early growth, strong bone development, immune support, and healthy feathering.

This highly palatable crumble is designed to encourage early feeding response, ensuring chicks receive consistent nutrition during their most critical development stage. It contains a carefully balanced blend of proteins, energy sources, vitamins, and minerals to support strong, uniform flock development.

Ideal for backyard poultry keepers, breeders, and small farms, Red Hen Chick Starter helps set the foundation for healthy, productive adult birds.

Key Benefits

• Supports strong early growth and uniform development
• High-quality protein for muscle and feather formation
• Enriched with essential vitamins and trace minerals
• Promotes immune system development in young chicks
• Easily digestible crumble for early feed acceptance
• Reduces stress during brooding and transition stages
• Ideal for layer, meat, and heritage breed chicks

Product Breakdown

Nutritional Profile (approx.)

• Crude Protein:~19–20%
• Energy (ME):~11.5–12 MJ/kg
• Crude Fat:~3–4%
• Crude Fibre:~4–5%
• Fortified with vitamins A, D3, E and B-complex
• Includes essential minerals: calcium, phosphorus, sodium

Key Ingredients

• Cereal grains (wheat, barley, maize)
• Vegetable protein meals (soybean meal, canola meal)
• Vegetable oil for energy and palatability
• Limestone and dicalcium phosphate
• Salt and electrolyte balance compounds
• Vitamin and mineral premix
• Natural growth and immune support additives

Feeding Instructions

When to Feed

• From day-old chicks up to 6–8 weeks of age

Daily Feeding Guide

• Feed ad-lib (free access) at all times
• Ensure feeders are always topped up, especially during the first 2 weeks
• Chicks will typically consume increasing amounts daily as they grow

Feeding Method

• Provide in shallow chick feeders or trays during first 3–5 days
• After initial stage, transition to standard chick feeders
• Ensure crumble is always clean and dry
• Provide fresh, clean water at all times

Transition Advice

• At 6–8 weeks, gradually transition to:
  • Grower feed or pullet grower pellets
• Introduce new feed slowly over 5–7 days

Important Notes

• Keep chicks in a warm, dry brooding environment
• Avoid feed contamination with bedding or droppings
• Do not mix with adult layer feed (too high in calcium for chicks)
• Monitor intake to ensure all chicks are feeding evenly

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool, dry, rodent-proof area. Keep bag sealed to maintain freshness and prevent moisture absorption.