![]() of grit per turkey for a flock projected to average 16 lbs. Over the course of their life, they may even consume the equivalent of their carcass weight in grit.īudget 12 to 16 lbs. of feed in its lifetime will likely consume approximately 12 lbs. Turkeys can consume the equivalent of 1/5th their diet in grit. Grit intake results in better feed conversion/weight gain of up to an additional one pound per broiler and an overall increase in flock health. of feed over the course of its life will eat up to 0.6 to 0.7 lbs. Consumption averages 0.64 oz./layer/week or 2.08 lbs./layer/yr.Įach will consume up to 1/20th their diet in grit. Higher lay rate equals more soluble grit consumed. Soluble grit consumption varies depending on egg production. Grit intake also results in thicker egg shells and an overall increase in flock health. For the purposes of this document, “grit” refers to “insoluble granite grit.” The highest percentage improvements are made by feeding both insoluble grit (granite) and soluble grit (oyster shells or limestone). On average, grit results in 7% to 9.6% greater egg production coupled with a 6.3% to 7.1% decrease in feed consumption. Lowest consumption is in spring and summer.īudget one to two tons of grit per year for a flock of 1,000 Layers (between $78.50 and $157 for each 1,000 Layers/yr.). Highest consumption is in early winter and when new feathers are being formed. Prices are rounded for clarity and are based upon current Gran-i-Grit direct sales prices.Įach will consume 1/6-1/3 lbs. Grit requirements vary depending on poultry species, soil type, feed type/grain size, and forage type/quantity/size. This results in a more powerful masticating muscle and, consequently, better digestion. Poultry which are fed grit have gizzards which are as much as 50% larger than those not fed grit. ![]() Lack of grit can result in as much as 20% greater feed consumption. This article originally appeared in APPPA Grit issue 83 (September/October 2014) by Nathan Boggs. Comprehensive Guide to Feeding Grit to Pasture-Raised Chickens, Turkeys, and Poultry
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