Pastured Broilers Session 6: Ration

In "Session 6 - Ration," Joel Salatin dives deep into the crucial topic of feed rations for fast-growing Cornish Cross chickens. He explains why these high-octane birds require careful nutrition—they are omnivores and can't thrive on grass and bugs alone. Salatin shares Polyface Farm's practical approach to balancing protein and carbohydrates, how pasturing allows for wiggle room in protein percentage, and his perspective on the complex soybean debate. Learn how simple management, like using one consistent ration, helps create a credible and affordable alternative to the factory farm model.

Key Takeaways:

- Cornish Cross chickens are omnivores and require feed, not just grass, due to their fast growth.

- The speaker uses whole roasted soybeans in their ration, noting they are nutritionally different from standard soy meal.

- Ground feed is preferred over pellets because the heat from extrusion kills enzymes and destroys nutrition.

- Using a single ration throughout the growth cycle simplifies inventory and instruction for production staff.

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