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Enhancing poultry health with egg powders and eggshells

Egg powders and egg shell ingredients offer a sustainable and nutritionally rich approach to enhancing broiler and layer feed. Egg powders boost growth and immunity with digestible proteins and bioactive compounds, while egg shells provide essential calcium for strong bones and eggshells. These egg byproducts contribute to optimized poultry performance and promote a circular economy within the industry.

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"The natural advantage: Egg powders and eggshells for optimal poultry nutrition."

Product applicatons in poultry feed

Egg powder is a scientifically proven, multifaceted ingredient for broiler feed, delivering highly digestible proteins, essential lipids, and bioactive compounds. Its unique composition optimizes growth, enhances immunity, and aligns with modern, sustainable poultry production practices.

Egg powder presents a scientifically advantageous ingredient for broiler feed, extending beyond basic protein supplementation. Its high digestibility and complete amino acid profile, closely mirroring broiler muscle tissue, optimize protein utilization, leading to enhanced growth rates and improved feed conversion ratios. 1 Furthermore, the inclusion of bioactive lipids, such as phospholipids and cholesterol, supports cell membrane integrity and hormone synthesis, both crucial for rapid broiler development. These lipids also contribute to improved fat deposition and meat quality, enhancing the overall nutritional value of the final product.  

Dried egg shells: A natural calcium boost for laying hens

Maintaining optimal egg production and shell quality in laying hens hinges on adequate calcium intake. Dried egg shells, a readily available and sustainable byproduct of the egg industry, provide an excellent natural calcium source. Grinding egg shells into a fine powder and incorporating them into layer feed ensures a consistent supply of highly bioavailable calcium.  

This simple practice offers numerous benefits. Firstly, it strengthens eggshells, reducing breakage and improving marketability. Secondly, it helps prevent calcium deficiencies in hens, which can lead to osteoporosis and decreased egg production. Thirdly, it repurposes a waste product, contributing to a circular economy and reducing reliance on mined calcium sources. Finally, it’s a cost-effective solution for producers. By integrating dried egg shells into their feeding programs, poultry farmers can optimize hen health, enhance egg quality, and promote sustainable practices.