About animals

There are significant differences in nutrition among sheep breeds. These differences result from selective breeding for different production purposes — meat, milk, wool, or a combination of traits.

Poultry belongs to the group of farm animals with a very intensive metabolism, which is the foundation of their high productivity. The rapid growth of broilers, high egg production in laying hens, and good reproductive performance of breeding stock are the result of long-term genetic selection, high-quality nutrition, and proper flock management. At the same…

Feed labelling is an important part of the system for controlling the quality and safety of feed mixtures in the Czech Republic, as it provides breeders with key information about the composition, nutritional value, and use of the feed. All this information can be found on the label.

Feather pecking and subsequent cannibalism are among the most serious behavioral disorders in laying hen flocks and can cause significant economic losses (e.g., reduced egg production, poorer feed conversion, and higher mortality).

In small-scale farming practice, the term grit refers to insoluble mineral material that poultry ingest to mechanically process feed in their digestive tract. It is therefore a physically acting component that supports digestion. Typically, it consists of small stones (often siliceous gravel). On the other hand, there is limestone (calcium carbonate), which also fulfills a…

We are pleased to share the story of a Dutch couple who are farming in Slovenia, collaborating with De Heus and feeding their ostriches with Energys Hobby feed pellets.

Sprouted cereals are a simple way to enrich the feed ration, especially for poultry. Thanks to the germination process, nutrient digestibility increases and their availability improves. However, they are not a substitute for a complete feed mixture, but rather a suitable supplement when used properly and hygienically.

In small-scale livestock farming, smaller quantities of feed mixtures are often used. Therefore, it is not uncommon for a farmer to have some pellets or loose feed mixture left even after the (expiration) minimum shelf life date. Is it still possible to feed such feed to the animals?

In small-scale farming, it is common to encounter situations where breeders offer animals a smaller amount of complete feed mixture than recommended by the manufacturer, and replace the rest of the feed ration with grains such as wheat, barley, or corn. Grains certainly have their value in feeding, but on their own, they are not…

The chicken mite is a dangerous parasite that causes stress, anemia, and reduces egg production in laying hens. Chemical products are losing their effectiveness and are subject to legislative restrictions. Herbal extracts are a possible natural alternative that repels mites and promotes poultry health.