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29% Gamebird Starter Feed (Non‑GMO) – Quail, Turkey Poults & Guinea Keets

from $5.00

A 29% protein, non‑GMO starter feed for coturnix quail, button quail, turkey poults, and guinea keets. Finely sized and nutrient-dense to support rapid early growth, feathering, and strong development from day one.

Gamebirds grow fast and demand more early protein than a typical chick starter. Our 29% Gamebird Starter Feed is a non‑GMO starter ration designed to support strong early development in the brooder—especially for small, fast-growing species that need a nutrient-dense start.

Best for:

• Button quail chicks • Coturnix quail chicks • Turkey poults • Guinea keets

This feed is finely sized for young birds and formulated to support early growth, feathering, and overall vitality during the first critical weeks. We focus on a practical, on-farm approach—because what works on paper still has to work in real brooders, with real birds, in real weather.

A 29% protein, non‑GMO starter feed for coturnix quail, button quail, turkey poults, and guinea keets. Finely sized and nutrient-dense to support rapid early growth, feathering, and strong development from day one.

Gamebirds grow fast and demand more early protein than a typical chick starter. Our 29% Gamebird Starter Feed is a non‑GMO starter ration designed to support strong early development in the brooder—especially for small, fast-growing species that need a nutrient-dense start.

Best for:

• Button quail chicks • Coturnix quail chicks • Turkey poults • Guinea keets

This feed is finely sized for young birds and formulated to support early growth, feathering, and overall vitality during the first critical weeks. We focus on a practical, on-farm approach—because what works on paper still has to work in real brooders, with real birds, in real weather.

Size:
Vita Boost Kit – Sugar Feather Farm Exclusive Nutritional Support for Poultry, Waterfowl & Game Birds (All Life Stages)
Vita Boost Kit – Sugar Feather Farm Exclusive Nutritional Support for Poultry, Waterfowl & Game Birds (All Life Stages)
$32.95
Oil of Oregano
Oil of Oregano
$32.95

  • Feed free‑choice as a complete ration.

    • Suitable from day‑old through early growth stages

    • Provide fresh, clean water at all times

    • Do not mix with additional grains or free‑choice calcium during the starter phase

    Typical feeding stages (then transition to an appropriate grower or layer feed):

    • Coturnix quail: Day 1 – 3 weeks

    • Button quail: 1 – 9 weeks

    • Guinea keets: Day 1 – 4 weeks

    • Turkey poults: Day 1 – 5 weeks

    Water supplementation (optional):
    We recommend rotating water support. In the beginning, we use our Vita Boost Kit for vitamin support; ongoing, Oil of Oregano can help support a balanced gut.

  • NutrientAmountCrude Protein (min)29.0%Crude Fat (min)6.0%Crude Fiber (max)4.5%Calcium (min)1.3%Calcium (max)1.5%Phosphorus (min)0.8%Salt (min)0.3%Salt (max)0.4%Lysine (min)1.2%Methionine (min)0.5%

  • Key Ingredients

    This feed includes a balanced blend of:

    • corn
    • expeller soybean meal
    • wheat
    • fish meal
    • alfalfa meal
    • organic kelp meal
    • probiotics and fermentation cultures
    • essential oils including oregano, cinnamon, and thyme

    These ingredients support digestive health, immune function, and strong early development in young gamebirds.

  • Prosper EO is a powerful antioxidant we add to all our Sugar Feather Farm feeds. It is a broad range immunity booster that has prebiotic fibers and blends of micro infused oils that helps support digestive health, overall performance, growth, and development. It boosts the fowl’s immunity so it can fight common diseases, issues, and weather changes. Case studies show the data and have helped with Salmonella, E-Coli, and Coccidiosis in a safe and natural way.

    We strongly believe in using Oregano Oil in both feed and in the water for optimum results.

Our Custom Feed Formula

This blend is part of the Sugar Feather Farm custom feed program, developed by Nicolle (our farm’s Fowl Guru) with the guidance of a poultry nutritionist and a poultry scientist.

We’ve fed and refined this formulation through 7+ years of raising and hatching quail, guinea fowl, and turkeys on our farm, dialing it in for consistency and results. It’s the same starter feed used in our own breeding and hatching programs at Sugar Feather Farm.

Available in a 40lb bag

What makes this starter different

  • 29% protein gamebird starter profile for early growth demands

  • Non‑GMO ingredient approach

  • Supportive additions (including probiotics, fermentation cultures, and botanicals) for brooder performance

  • Prosper EO, Antioxidant Blend

  • Grit included, all inclusive feed - no need to purchase additional supplements

Gamebird Starter Feed FAQ

  • This starter feed is formulated for button quail,coturnix quail, turkey poults, and guinea keets during their early growth stage. It’s built around a high-protein gamebird starter profile and is ideal from day one.

  • Gamebirds grow rapidly and have higher early protein requirements than typical chicken starter feeds. A 29% protein starter supports fast early growth, feathering, and strong development in the brooder phase.

  • Most gamebirds stay on starter for 3–5 weeks, depending on species and growth rate. For Button quail, starter can be used longer based on your program

  • Yes—this blend is made with non‑GMO ingredients as part of our farm’s feed program

  • Store in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container. For best results, use as fresh as possible after purchase.