Vella Meat Bird Starter Crumble 18kg is a premium, complete starter feed formulated specifically for young meat birds including broilers, turkeys, quail, pheasants, squab, and geese. Designed for feeding from day-old through the early growth stage, this high-quality crumble delivers the essential nutrition required for rapid development, strong immunity, and efficient feed conversion.

With a carefully balanced blend of high-quality protein, energy, vitamins, and minerals, this starter feed supports early muscle development, healthy skeletal growth, and overall vitality. The fine crumble texture makes it easy for young birds to consume and digest, ensuring consistent intake during the critical first weeks of life.

Vella Meat Bird Starter Crumble includes a natural herbal coccidiostat to assist in controlling coccidiosis, helping maintain gut health and reducing disease risk during the vulnerable early growth period. It also contains probiotics, prebiotics, amino acids, and digestive enzymes to support gut flora balance and maximise nutrient absorption.

Steam-conditioning during processing improves digestibility and palatability, helping young birds thrive with strong, uniform growth rates. This feed is designed to be used as a complete starter ration before transitioning to a grower or finisher feed.

Key Features & Benefits

• Complete starter feed for meat birds and table poultry
• Suitable for broilers, turkeys, quail, pheasants, geese & squab
• High protein formula supports rapid early growth
• Fine crumble for easy intake and digestion
• Includes natural herbal coccidiostat for gut health support
• Contains probiotics, prebiotics & enzymes for digestion
• Supports immune development and strong skeletal growth
• Steam-conditioned for improved nutrient absorption

Feeding Guide

• Feed ad-lib from day-old
• Broilers & quail: day-old to 2–3 weeks
• Turkeys, pheasants & geese: day-old to 5–6 weeks
• Always provide clean, fresh water
• Transition to Vella Meat Bird Grower or Finisher after starter phase

Typical Analysis (As Fed)

• Protein: ~22%
• Energy: ~2800 kcal/kg
• Fat: ~6%
• Fibre: ~4–5%
• Balanced calcium and phosphorus for bone development

Why Choose Vella Meat Bird Starter Crumble?

This starter crumble is designed to give meat birds the strongest possible start, supporting fast, even growth and excellent flock uniformity. It’s a trusted Australian formulation that helps reduce early mortality risk while setting birds up for efficient finishing performance.