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Raising broiler chickens is all about planning ahead—especially when it comes to feed. The right feeding plan helps your chicks grow fast, stay healthy, and reach market size on time. Here’s a simple guide to know exactly how many bags of feed you’ll need from day one until 6 weeks.
How Much Feed Do Broilers Need?
- Each broiler chick eats about 4 kg of feed in 6 weeks.
- One standard bag of feed weighs 50 kg.
Feed Guide by Flock Size
- 50 chicks 4 bags
- 100 chicks 8 bags
- 150 chicks 12 bags
- 200 chicks 16 bags
- 250 chicks 20 bags
- 300 chicks 24 bags
- 400 chicks 32 bags
- 500 chicks 40 bags
- 1000 chicks 80 bags
This amount will carry your broilers right up to 6 weeks—the usual time to sell or slaughter.
What Happens After 6 Weeks?
By 6 weeks, the planned feed is finished. At this point, you have two options:
- Sell or slaughter – Best choice if you want to avoid extra costs.
- Keep them longer – If your buyers prefer bigger chickens, you’ll need more feed:
- Add 1–2 extra bags for every 50 chicks, depending on how long you keep them.
Why Planning Matters
Feed is the biggest expense in broiler farming. If you don’t sell at 6 weeks, costs will rise quickly. Always ask yourself:
- Is my market ready at 6 weeks?
- Can I afford extra feed if I delay?
- Will bigger chickens bring higher profit?
- The secret is simple: each chick needs about 4 kg of feed in 6 weeks. Use this guide to plan your feed budget and avoid surprises.
