Here’s the detailed feed formula for broiler chickens at different stages of growth

  1. Broiler Starter Feed (1-4 Weeks)
  • Maize Meal: 48%
  • Soybean Meal: 35%
  • Fishmeal (or another protein source): 10%
  • Wheat Bran: 4%
  • Limestone: 1.5%
  • Bone Meal: 0.5%
  • Vitamin & Mineral Premix: 0.5%
  • Salt:0.5%
  • Amino Acids (e.g., Lysine and Methionine): As needed

Crude Protein: 22-24%
Energy: 3,000-3,200 kcal/kg.

Broilers
  1. Broiler Grower Feed (4-8 Weeks)
  • Maize Meal: 56%
  • Soybean Meal: 28%
  • Fishmeal: 7%
  • Wheat Bran: 5%
  • Limestone: 1.5%
  • Bone Meal: 1.5%
  • Vitamin & Mineral Premix:0.5%
  • Salt: 0.5%

Crude Protein: 20-22%
Energy:3,100-3,300 kcal/kg

  1. Broiler Finisher Feed (8 Weeks to Market)
  • Maize Meal:65%
  • Soybean Meal:20%
  • Fishmeal: 5%
  • Wheat Bran: 6%
  • Limestone: 2%
  • Bone Meal: 1%
  • Vitamin & Mineral Premix:0.5%
  • Salt: 0.5%

Crude Protein: 18-20%
Energy: 3,200-3,400 kcal/kg

Notes:

  • Maize Meal:Primary energy source.
  • Soybean Meal & Fishmeal: Provide key proteins for muscle development.
  • Wheat Bran: Adds necessary fiber.
  • Limestone & Bone Meal: Ensure proper calcium and phosphorus for bone strength.
  • Vitamin & Mineral Premix: Provides essential vitamins and minerals.
  • Salt & Amino Acids: Support metabolism and muscle development.

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