Feeding can provide an essential supplement to natural resources available outside the hive, helping a new package colony quickly establish itself or providing relief in late summer or autumn until fall bloom provides sufficient honey stores. Pollen Patties Pollen patties …
Once your hens start laying eggs, it is important to transition them onto a high-protein and calcium-rich layer feed to support their energy needs and promote healthy egg laying. Feed comes in either mash or pellet form; some chicken owners …
Idealistically, bees would have enough honey for survival through winter; however, this may not always be the case when nectar flow is low. Most beekeepers prefer using a 1:1 syrup mixture of equal parts sugar and water; others may opt …
Chickens require an immense amount of energy in order to function and grow properly, from walking, eating, breathing and maintaining an ideal temperature to walking, breathing and keeping their temperature constant. Protein, carbohydrates and fat all offer metabolic energy sources …
Pollen feeding during winter months may be required by commercial beekeepers with contracts to harvest honey in February; hobby beekeepers usually only require this service if their colonies are weak or the weather becomes too cold to forage properly. Making …
Chickens feed on various fruits, vegetables, grit, kitchen scraps and eggs; however, their primary diet should consist of high-quality laying feed that’s rich in vitamins and minerals. If your hens don’t receive adequate nutrition, they may cease laying or produce …
Bumblebees feed on nectar and pollen from flowers that provide protein for growth as well as carbohydrates for energy, making bee-friendly flowers an essential addition during bumblebee season. To maximize their chances of survival it’s essential that enough is grown! …
Feeding dry pollen substitute is an easy and efficient way to support bee populations when natural sources become scarce. Simply place dry powder in an automatic feeder or form into patties – either way will work! Ultra Bee is a …
Grower finisher is a nutritionally complete and balanced ration designed to help broilers reach maturity by day 36 and turkeys by week 12. At 22% protein, Grower Finisher can help your birds realize their genetic potential for show. Coccidiosis Prevention …
At Rural King, our mission is to provide customers with top-quality chicken feed from top brands in the industry. That is why we carry products from some of the finest companies available today. This feed is specifically formulated to assist …