Epol offers a premium, ultra-high-performance broiler feed range through its UltraHiGro line, developed for South African broiler farmers who demand exceptional growth, strong immunity, and superior feed conversion. UltraHiGro delivers advanced nutritional technology and consistent results across every stage of broiler production.

UltraHiGro Broiler Feed Products

• UltraHiGro Broiler Pre-Starter
  Advanced pre-starter feed formulated to support strong early vitality, digestive development, and immune performance.
• UltraHiGro Broiler Starter
  High-quality crumble starter feed designed to boost early frame development and improve early growth results.
• UltraHiGro Broiler Grower
  Pelletised grower feed developed to support optimal muscle development, efficient weight gain, and excellent feed conversion.
• UltraHiGro Broiler Finisher
  Energy-dense finisher feed formulated to maximise final weight gain and flock uniformity.
• UltraHiGro Broiler Post Finisher
  Specialised post-finisher feed designed to improve carcass quality and support a smooth finishing phase before market.

Best Practices for Broiler Farming Using UltraHiGro Feed

1. Prepare the Broiler House

o Clean, disinfect, and pre-heat the broiler house thoroughly before chick placement.
o Place feed and water 24 hours before arrival so they reach room temperature.
o Ensure all equipment is functional and ready for high-performance broiler production.

2. Feeding Strategy

o Begin with UltraHiGro Broiler Pre-Starter to support early vitality and digestive development.
o Transition to UltraHiGro Broiler Starter (crumble) to enhance early frame development and growth.
o Introduce UltraHiGro Broiler Grower pellets to maximise muscle development and feed efficiency.
o Continue with UltraHiGro Broiler Finisher to drive final weight gain and uniformity.
o Complete the programme with UltraHiGro Broiler Post Finisher to optimise carcass quality and finishing performance.

3. Environmental Management

o Ensure heaters and brooders are functioning correctly and positioned at the correct height.
o Avoid placing feeders or drinkers directly beneath heat sources, as this may reduce feed and water intake and negatively impact performance.
o Conduct the first chick check 4–6 hours after placement to confirm chicks are active, feeding, and drinking.
o Adjust environmental conditions if chick behaviour indicates discomfort.

4. Feeder & Drinker Setup

o Provide sufficient feeders and drinkers to prevent overcrowding:
– 1 bell drinker per ±100 birds
– 1 nipple drinker per 12 birds
– 1 pan feeder per 45 birds
– 40 cm tube feeder for up to 70 birds

5. Temperature Control

• Record daily minimum and maximum temperature in the broiler house.
• At placement aim for a floor temperature floor temperature of ~30 °C.
• Carefully regulate house temperature during the first 14 days for optimal growth and feed conversion. Monitor chick activity and adjust temperature accordingly.

6. Feed Availability & Nutrition

o Ensure birds have continuous access to high-quality broiler feed — broilers should never run out of feed.
o Download the UltraHiGro Broiler brochure for detailed intake recommendations for each feeding stage.
o Select the appropriate UltraHiGro feed phase to match bird age and production goals.
o For expert, operation-specific advice, get in touch with our team — trusted by broiler farmers across South Africa.