Tuesday, 17 June 2025   |   5:12:42 AM
  ICAR-National Research Centre on Mithun (ICAR-NRCM)

Maize dispenser cum drinker

Background:

  • Fungal growth in maize specially in summer exposes the birds to mycotoxins.
  • Unviability and expensive commercial feeder and drinker and not suitable for backyard birds.
  • Broadcasting of maize and other grains leads to uneven availability of feed ingredients to the stock.

Technology Details:

  • Regular exposure of the shelled maize to sunlight and air, hinders fungal growth.
  • Regular shelling of maize can be done away with.
  • Visual assessment of quantity of maize through the marked side bars.
  • Self-dispensing while pecking for the grain.
  • Funnel for easy pouring of the grain.
  • Reduces birds fighting and aggressive pecking behaviour.
  • Provision wholesome water in two drinkers.
  • Easy medication and supplementation.
  • Cost effective (One feeder/12-15 birds).
  • Portable, easy to handle and eco-friendly.