The effects of Sunflower Seeds on egg laying hens in a chicken flock can benefit a homestead’s egg production therefore helping the family to become more self sufficient in independent food management.
Effects of Sunflower Seeds on Egg Laying Hens is from ehow. Supplementing ingredients into chicken feed to create a healthier blend that nourish, protein and fattens up the chickens increases their immune system and ability to lay eggs.
As you are planning your garden, you may want to add growing sunflower plants to supplement your chicken feed. Remember to cover the sunflower heads towards harvest time with a double layer of cheesecloth. You would be totally surprised how many people do not know this simple trick to keep birds from stealing your harvest before the seeds are fully ripe.
Sunflower seeds are a good source of Calcium, B vitamins, Iron, Vitamin E and Potassium.
Sunflower Seed with Hulls –
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Crude Protein——16.8
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Digestible Protien-13.9
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Fat——————-25.9
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Fiber—————–29.0
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Nitrogen – Free—-18.8
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Mineral Matter—–3.1
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Calcium————-0.17
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Phosphorus——–0.52
