As long as it isn’t draughty, the room doesn’t need to be incredibly warm and shouldn’t be too hot – be careful about using a conservatory in summer. A 2mm micro pellet with a unique balance of energy, protein, minerals, vitamins and essential amino acids to promote egg production. If mixed corn or wheat is to be fed then it should be in small quantities in the afternoon. Too much will reduce the bird's appetite for the layers pellets and they may not get enough protein, minerals and vitamins. Mixed corn is great as a treat for your birds, often given in the afternoon, and we have a few different brands you can choose from.

To give an attractive yolk colour, pigments extracted from marigold petals are added together with another compound which occurs naturally in the skins of oranges. The Quail Grower can be omitted and Superstarter fed for longer but the layer/breeder pellets must be fed for at least five days before eggs are eaten. Please note that Superstarter crumbs contain Avatec to help prevent coccidiosis and this medication should be withdrawn at least 5 days before the eggs are taken or the birds are slaughtered for human consumption.Smallholder Range feeds are made from natural ingredients which can result in the feed changing colour slightly through the seasons.

Please ensure that you obtain and retain a proof of posting when you return your goods. This is to protect you in the event that your goods are lost in transit. For the first few nights, you will need to put them into their house. They will huddle up in a group to keep warm.I took delivery of a large box of feeders from the manufacturer BEC and have been testing them for the The Orpington fowl is more impressive in the flesh than in photographs that accompany the various books on pure breeds of poultry. Keep their food and water clean. It is important to keep their food and water clean to prevent the spread of disease. Wash their feeders and waterers regularly with warm, soapy water. Quail are popular birds to keep for their delicious eggs. They will usually come into lay at approximately 8-12 weeks