An 18%-protein ration perfect for raising laying chicks from hatch to laying age (18-20 weeks).
Start and Grow uses only the freshest, highest quality sun-grown grains and plant proteins to give birds the wholesome, healthy goodness and fresh taste they deserve. Made from natural plant-based ingredients FREE of all animal proteins and fats, it contains all the quality nutrients necessary to produce strong, healthy, beautifully colored birds.
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Purina® has been conducting poultry research for nearly a century. We have a flock of backyard birds at the Purina Animal Nutrition Center that help our nutritionists, feed formulators and flock caregivers evaluate our feeds before we put them on the market.
Brighter beaks and shanks
Includes a proprietary level of marigold extract to ensure bright coloring for a beautiful flock.
Muscle and skeletal development
Enhanced with lysine and methionine amino acids to help chicks and pullets grow into healthy adult birds.
Healthy immune system
Rich in antioxidants and optimized levels of Vitamin E. It also contains prebiotics and probiotics to support immune and digestive health.
Optimized level of Vitamin E
A strong level of Vitamin E helps maintain a robust immune system.
High Quality Nutrition
Consistent, high quality nutrition for a strong start, optimal growth and great-looking birds
Directions
Caution:
Store in a dry, well-ventilated area free from rodents and insects. Never use moldy or insect-infested feed.
Ingredients
ANIMAL PROTEIN–AND FAT-FREE. Contact your local manufacturing plant for a current feed tag.
Quality Controlled by Purina Mills® Research
Guaranteed Analysis
Guaranteed Analysis
Protein, not less than
18.0%
Lysine, not less than
0.88%
Methionine, not less than
0.32%
Crude Fat, not less than
3.0%
Crude Fiber, not more than
5.0%
Calcium, not less than
0.75%
Calcium, not more than
1.25%
Phosphorus
0.6%
Salt, not less than
0.35%
Salt, not more than
0.85%
Vitamin A
5,000 IU/lb
Vitamin E
14 IU/lb
Feeding
Best Results
Feed Purina® Start & Grow® continuously as the sole ration from hatch until laying age (18-20 weeks). Or for a flock of various types of poultry, feed Purina® Flock Raiser® free-choice until laying age.
At 18-20 weeks of age, feed Purina® Layena® free-choice. Be sure to gradually transition from one feed to the next.
Always provide shelter and a constant supply of fresh, clean water.
Consumption will vary depending upon season of the year, nutritional needs of the animals and availability of other foods.
Caution
Store in a dry, well-ventilated area free from rodents and insects. Never use moldy or insect-infested feed.
Important
A feeding program is only as effective as the management practices. Actual results can vary depending upon feed intake, environmental conditions and the quality of management practices.