Layer Mash

Layer mash is a complete poultry feed in powdered (mash) form designed for laying hens to support egg production and shell quality. Age / stage Given to hens from 18–20 weeks of age Used throughout the egg-laying period Purpose Maximize egg production Produce strong eggshells Maintain hen health and body condition Typical Nutritional Composition (approx.) Crude protein: 16–18% Metabolizable energy: 2,700–2,900 kcal/kg Calcium: 3.5–4.5% (for eggshells) Phosphorus: Balanced Vitamins & trace minerals included Why mash form? Encourages steady feed intake Reduces selective feeding Affordable and easy to produce locally Commonly used in Rwanda and East Africa Key ingredients (example) Maize / sorghum (energy) Soybean meal / sunflower cake (protein) Wheat bran / rice bran Limestone or oyster shell (high calcium) Salt & vitamin–mineral premix