Background:
• Fungal growth in maize specially in summer exposes the birds to mycotoxins :
• Unviability and expensive commercial feeder and drinker and not suitable for backyard birds:
• Broadcasting of maize and other grains leads to uneven availability of feed ingredients to the stock:
Technology Details:
• Regular exposure of the shelled maize to sunlight and air, hinders fungal growth:
• Regular shelling of maize can be done away with.:
• Visual assessment of quantity of maize through the marked side bars.:
• Self-dispensing while pecking for the grain:
• Funnel for easy pouring of the grain:
• Reduces birds fighting and aggressive pecking behaviour:
• Provision wholesome water in two drinkers:
• Easy medication and supplementation:
• Cost effective (One feeder/12-15 birds):
• Portable, easy to handle and eco-friendly :