The nutrition in this crumble is good for starting quail, but unless you have a special case, I suggest you find a larger bag. It was a good bag to start the quail on, but as they get larger, a dozen quail will go through this bag in a week. The cost goes down quickly with bigger bags.
There is quite a bit of conflicting research on quail needs nutritionally. I am raising coturnix (Pharoah/Japanese) quail. The most reliable information (where a university tested different nutrition levels) I've found indicates to start with a protein as close to 24% until 6 weeks old. This starter feed has a minimum of 24% protein. At 6 weeks, you can drop the protein to 18% but for laying eggs or breeding, raise calcium to 2.75%. This is a starter feed so it only has 1.5 % calcium. For harvesting meat, you can drop protein to 18% and not worry about calcium. So if you found this cheap enough, you could stick with it for meat birds. Typically you'll switch to something with higher calories to push the growth though.
If you make your own feed, the protein is usually the most expensive cost. I have not experienced this when buying crumble - brand seems to dictate price more than anything else. Finding a layer feed with 18% is kind of difficult - so this gamebird starter is a good one to boost the protein in a layer feed. Again this starter doesnt have enough calcium for layers by itself.. For ease of storage, having a single feed with higher protein content (20s) could work, but for fastest growth and quicker to laying production, you want to start with something like this. The main result of low protein after hatching is smaller adult birds - which is likely more a concern if you breed for eating the meat. I have read the chick will mature slower too, but coturnix mature fastest of all quail, so if a hen lays at 9 weeks instead of 8, I don't really care but I do start with 24% any time I buy eggs to ensure I get best results from introduced strains.
Manna Pro Gamebird Showbird Crumbles|Formulated for birds with Vitamins & Minerals|5 Pounds
4.6 | 2,405 ratings
Price: 9.99
Last update: 10-31-2024
About this item
25% protein for fast growth, efficient gain, and high-quality plumage.
Yeast cultures for enhanced digestion
Vitamins and minerals for sound development and health
Non-medicated; perfect for mixed flocks
Crumble formula
For starting and growing birds
Use with gamebirds, turkeys, ducks, geese and broilers
For show quality birds
5 pound bag
Yeast cultures for enhanced digestion
Vitamins and minerals for sound development and health
Non-medicated; perfect for mixed flocks
Crumble formula
For starting and growing birds
Use with gamebirds, turkeys, ducks, geese and broilers
For show quality birds
5 pound bag
Product information
| Item Weight | 5 pounds |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | TV Non-Branded Items (Pets) |
| ASIN | B000QFP5UY |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Item model number | 1000200 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars
(2,405)
4.6 out of 5 stars |
| Date First Available | May 10, 2007 |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 13 x 11 x 4.21 inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 3.5 x 8.33 x 12 inches |
| Item Weight | 5 Pounds |
| Brand Name | Manna Pro |
| Target Audience Keyword | birds |
| Directions | Feed continuously as a starter and grower for gamebirds, turkeys, ducks, geese and broilers. Provide fresh, clean water free-choice. |
| Warranty Description | No Warranty |
| Model Name | Manna Pro Gamebird Showbird Crumbles, 5 lb |
| Size | 5 Pound (Pack of 1) |
| Age Range Description | all ages |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | TV Non-Branded Items (Pets) |
| Breed Recommendation | All Breed Sizes |
| Included Components | Manna Pro Gamebird Showbird Crumbles, 5 lb |
| Specific Uses for Product | Outdoor |
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