An 18%-protein poultry feed perfect for raising laying chicks from hatch to laying age (18-20 weeks). This SunFresh® Recipe medicated diet takes “natural” to a whole new level by using only the freshest, highest quality sun-grown grains and plant proteins to give birds the wholesome, healthy goodness and fresh taste they deserve. Made from natural plant-based ingredients FREE of all animal proteins and fats, it contains all the quality nutrients necessary to produce strong, healthy, beautifully colored birds.
Feed Form: Crumbles
Type C Medicated Feed: Active ingredient Amprolium, 0.0125%. To be used as an aid in prevention of Coccidiosis or in the development of active immunity to Coccidiosis.
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FEATURES |
BENEFITS |
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SunFresh® Recipe |
FREE of all animal proteins and fats for healthy, happy birds. |
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Superior Nutrition |
Consistent superior nutrition for optimal growth and great-looking birds. |
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Essential Amino Acids |
Enhanced with lysine and methionine to give birds the healthy nutrients they need to grow strong and active. |
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Proprietary Level of Vitamin E |
A strong level of Vitamin E helps birds ward off disease. |
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Exclusive Level of Marigold Extract |
A high level of xanthophyll, a natural coloring agent derived from marigolds, ensures bright coloring for a beautiful flock. |
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Key Level of Vitamin A |
Strong Vitamin A fortification helps birds grow into healthy breeders. |
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Complete and Balanced |
Top nutrition requires no supplementation – all necessary nutrients are present. |
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Certified Natural |
Our guarantee that this is the very best feed providing safe,
natural nutrition for poultry. |
How and When to Feed:
- Feed Purina Mills® Start & Grow® SunFresh® Recipe as the sole ration to free-range and confined chickens (including backyard egg producers, small to medium breeds and fancy and exotic breeds) free-choice from hatch until laying age (18-20 weeks).
- At 18-20 weeks of age, feed Purina Mills® Layena® SunFresh® Recipe free-choice.
- Always provide shelter and a constant supply of fresh, clean water.
- Consumption will vary depending upon season of the year, nutritional needs of the animals and availability of other foods.
Important:
A feeding program is only as effective as the management practices. Actual results can vary depending upon feed intake, environmental conditions and the quality of management practices.
Caution:
Store in a dry, well-ventilated area free from rodents and insects. Never use moldy or insect-infested feed
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GUARANTEED ANALYSIS |
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Protein not less than |
18.0% |
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Lysine not less than |
0.88% |
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Methionine not less than |
0.32% |
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Crude Fat not less than |
3.0% |
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Crude Fiber not more than |
5.0% |
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Calcium not less than |
0.75% |
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Calcium not more than |
1.25% |
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Phosphorus |
0.6% |
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Salt not less than |
0.35% |
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Salt not more than |
0.85% |
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Vitamin A |
5,000 IU/lb |
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Vitamin E |
14 IU/lb |
ANIMAL PROTEIN–AND FAT-FREE. Contact your local manufacturing plant for a current feed tag.
THE PURINA MILLS® FEEDING SYSTEM FOR BACKYARD POULTRY
Are you unsure which SunFresh® Recipe product is right for your bird? And solid nutrition is a critical component of compassionate, responsible animal husbandry. Purina Mills® has been researching nutrition and feeding animals only the best for over 100 years. The chart below should help you decide what SunFresh® Recipe product will help your birds live long and productive lives.
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WEEKS OF AGE |
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Backyard egg producers |
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Layena® SunFresh® Recipe |
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Small to medium breeds |
Start and Grow® SunFresh® Recipe |
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Fancy & exotic breeds |
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| Free-range & confined chickens, ducks & geese: |
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Backyard flock |
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Layena® SunFresh® Recipe |
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Meat birds |
Flock Raiser® SunFresh® Recipe |
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Medium to heavy breeds |
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| Free-range & confined turkeys: |
Game Bird Chow® Startena® |
Flock Raiser® SunFresh® Recipe |
Layena® SunFresh® Recipe |
Feed Purina Mills® Start & Grow® SunFresh® Recipe free-choice from hatch until laying age (18-20 weeks). Or for a flock of various types of poultry, feed Purina Mills® Flock Raiser® SunFresh® Recipe until laying age. Then feed both males and females Purina Mills® Layena® SunFresh® Recipe free-choice. Please consult the feed tag sewn onto each bag for specific feeding instructions.
