What Makes a Good Poultry Feed? | Dr. Nancy Jefferson of Kalmbach Feeds

You are sure to learn some things you didn’t already know about feeding your livestock! Nancy of Kalmbach Feeds is not only a poultry nutrition professional, she is a chicken keeper herself who finds great enjoyment in caring for her own flock. In this conversation, we dive into the nitty gritty of feeding birds on your homestead: the difference between different types of poultry feed, how ingredients are sourced, and more. Tune in to learn more about what makes Kalmbach Feeds unique and why they may be a great fit for your farm.

In this episode, we cover:
What considerations go into formulating animal feed
Figuring out what your particular livestock need in their feed
From where are the ingredients in animal feed sourced?
Navigating supply chain issues
All about what makes Kalmbach’s unique layer feed so special
Do different breeds of chickens need different feed?
The nutritional differences between layer, broiler, and game bird feeds
Where to buy Kalmbach Feeds
A final word of encouragement from a poultry nutritionist

ABOUT NANCY
With a Ph.D. in Food Animal Science from West Virginia University, and over 16 years of experience in animal nutrition, Dr. Nancy Jefferson is a leading expert in poultry nutrition, specializing in backyard poultry and small-flock management.Since joining Kalmbach Feeds in 2013, Dr. Jefferson has become an integral part of the team, bringing her deep passion for research and hands-on learning to the forefront of the company's nutritional advancements. Her personal and professional life are closely intertwined, as she is not only a nutritionist, but also a passionate poultry keeper.

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