Description

Give Your Chicks the Best Start in Life

The first 8 weeks are the most critical period in a chicken’s life. Zuri Feeds Starter provides the optimal nutrition chicks need to develop into strong, healthy, productive birds.

Why the First 8 Weeks Matter

During this crucial period:
– Chicks grow 10-15 times their hatch weight
– Immune system develops
– Skeletal structure forms
– Feather development begins
– Digestive system matures

Poor nutrition during this time leads to:
– Stunted growth that can never be recovered
– Weak immunity and high mortality
– Poor laying performance later
– Higher lifetime feed costs

Superior Starter Nutrition

Extra-High Protein (22%)
Young chicks need more protein than adult birds. Our fish-based protein delivers all essential amino acids for explosive early growth.

Optimized Crumble Size
Small crumbles (1-2mm) perfect for tiny beaks. Easy to eat, reduces waste, ensures every chick gets proper nutrition.

Complete Vitamin Package
– Vitamin A: Vision and immunity
– Vitamin D3: Bone development
– Vitamin E: Antioxidant protection
– B-Complex: Energy metabolism
– Vitamin K: Blood clotting

Essential Minerals
– Calcium & Phosphorus: Strong bones
– Selenium: Immunity
– Zinc: Feather development
– Iron: Blood health

Nutritional Analysis

Guaranteed Analysis:
– Crude Protein: 22% minimum
– Crude Fat: 5% minimum
– Crude Fiber: 5% maximum
– Calcium: 0.9-1.2%
– Phosphorus: 0.7% minimum
– Moisture: 12% maximum

Key Ingredients:
– Premium fish protein meal
– Maize (finely ground)
– Soybean meal
– Wheat bran
– Fish oil (DHA for brain development)
– Limestone
– Vitamin-mineral premix
– Coccidiostat (disease prevention)

Feeding Instructions

Daily Consumption:
– Week 1: 10-15g per chick per day
– Week 2-4: 25-35g per chick per day
– Week 5-8: 45-60g per chick per day

Feeding Management:
– Provide fresh feed 3-4 times daily
– Ensure all chicks can access feeders simultaneously
– Clean feeders daily
– Remove wet or spoiled feed immediately
– Fresh, clean water always available (critical!)

Temperature Considerations:
– Warmer temperatures: Reduce feed slightly, increase water
– Cooler temperatures: May increase feed consumption
– Maintain optimal brooder temperature for best feed efficiency

Expected Results

Week-by-Week Performance:

Week 1:
– Weight: 40-50g (from 40g hatch)
– Survival: 98-99%
– Activity: High energy, active exploration

Week 2:
– Weight: 90-110g
– Feathering: Wing feathers emerging
– Behavior: Social interaction developing

Week 4:
– Weight: 250-300g
– Feathering: 50% feathered
– Vigor: Strong, healthy appearance

Week 8 (Transition):
– Weight: 700-850g (broilers), 450-550g (layers)
– Feathering: Fully feathered
– Ready for: Grower or finisher feed

Reducing Chick Mortality

Common Causes of Chick Death:
1. Poor nutrition (30-40%)
2. Disease (25-30%)
3. Environmental stress (15-20%)
4. Management errors (10-15%)

How Zuri Starter Helps:
– Complete nutrition reduces deficiency-related deaths
– High-quality protein supports immunity
– Fish-based omega-3 reduces inflammation
– Proper vitamin levels prevent metabolic disorders

Customer Results:
“Mortality dropped from 12% to just 3% after switching to Zuri Starter!”
– Jane K., Nakuru (500 chicks per batch)

Suitable For All Chick Types

Layers (future egg producers):
– Builds strong frame for egg production
– Develops reproductive system
– Prepares for Grower feed at week 8

Broilers (meat production):
– Explosive early growth
– Strong leg development
– Transitions to Finisher at week 8

Dual-Purpose Breeds:
– Balanced growth for meat and eggs
– Versatile nutrition

Indigenous/Kienyeji Chickens:
– Supports slower but steady growth
– Enhances natural vigor

Quality You Can Trust

– Every batch laboratory tested
– Microbiological safety verified
– Consistent pellet quality
– KALRO partnership
– Working toward KEBS certification

Biosecurity & Disease Prevention

Zuri Starter includes:
– Coccidiostat for coccidiosis prevention
– No antibiotics (promotes natural immunity)
– Mycotoxin binders (protects from mold toxins)
– Organic acids (gut health)

Storage & Shelf Life

– Shelf life: 3 months from manufacture
– Store in cool, dry, rodent-proof containers
– Keep away from moisture (critical for crumbles)
– Use within 30 days of opening for best results
– Do not use moldy or wet feed

Transition to Next Stage

At Week 8:
– Layers: Switch to Zuri Poultry Grower
– Broilers: Switch to Zuri Finisher Feed
– Transition gradually over 5-7 days (mix old and new feed)

Available Sizes

5kg Bag – Perfect for 50-75 chicks (trial batch)
10kg Bag – Ideal for 100-150 chicks
25kg Bag – Commercial batches (300-400 chicks)
50kg Bag – Large operations (600-800 chicks)

Starter Package Deal

Complete Chick Starter Kit:
– 1 × 25kg Zuri Starter Feed
– Free chick feeding guide
– Free brooding temperature chart
– Free disease prevention checklist
– 10% discount: KES 3,150 (regular KES 3,500)