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.