Poultry Dust: Great For Chickens, Geese, Ducks, and Turkeys
Worldwide, poultry makes up 33% of consumed meat.
Poultry produce oils that attract lice, mites, and other pests. These external parasites cause many problems including:
- Itching
- Feather Loss
- Anemia
- Stops Egg Production
- Respiratory Issues
- Death
Rock Sand and Rock Dust
Rock dust and/or rock sand can suffocate, dry up, and kill the lice, mites, and other pests. Chickens in commercial industries, that are housed in hen houses, confined, or caged, do not have access to dust baths. This causes them to be more at risk for lice and mites. Dust bathing absorbs the oil poultry produce and deters these bugs and parasites.
Sand and rock are excellent for drainage and allowing moisture to seep through, reducing ammonia build-up from droppings. They also remove dirt, excess oil, and lipids from their feathers. Thus, keeping their feathers and feet in good condition.
Additionally, sand and rock act as natural grit for your poultry. Specifically, chickens instinctively ingest small amounts of sand and rock to aid in digestion and grind down food in their gizzards.
Poultry Microbiome (bacteria): Poultry Gut Health
The gastrointestinal tract (GIT) health impacts animal productivity. The poultry microbiome has functions which range from protection against pathogens and nutrient production, to hosting immune system maturation. Thus, allowing healthy poultry birds to possess a natural resistance to infection.
However, the exploration of environmental impacts and other relevant factors on poultry growth and health have been underplayed. Since good performance and growth rates are central to animal production, the host-microbiome relationship remains integral. Prior to the emergence of metagenomic techniques, conventional methods for poultry microbiome studies were used and had low throughput and associated with insufficient genomic data. Not to mention the high cost of sequencing. Fortunately, the advent of high throughput sequencing platforms have circumvented some of these shortfalls and paved the way for increased studies on the poultry gut microbiome diversity and functions.
Antibiotic Resistance
Antibiotic resistance is a growing nightmare and it is due to overuse. In an effort to combat disease, chicken production that takes place in confined housing uses antibiotics delivered through water and feed systems. The concentration of antibiotics in the poultry litter and on land, contributes to the pollution of antibiotics. Additionally, it contributes to antibiotic-resistance in the ecosystem.
Articles detailing these issues include:
- Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology
- Wikipedia
Agri Minerals Graphite Sand (AMGS)
Our proprietary product, AMGS, is key to eliminating these problems and allowing your poultry to flourish. Thus, keeping your flock happy, and healthy. You can control pathogens without the use of synthetic pesticides. Additional poultry benefits of AMGS include:
- Aides in Digestion
- Available in Large Quantities
- Easy Access to Feed
- Minimizes Wasted Pellets
- Poultry Waste Stays on Top
- Aides with Preening and Exfoliating
- Budget Friendly
- Ideal for Residential & Commercial Use
- No Harsh Chemicals
- Prevents Bad Odors
- Ample Coverage
- Comfort in Hot Climates
- Less Expensive than Pine & Hemp
- Pet Friendly
- Quick & Easy Daily Scooping
Chicken Litter & AMGS
Combine chicken litter with AMGS and you’ll amend you soil with glorious results.
Watch your garden flourish!
One of the primary uses of chicken litter is as an organic fertilizer for crops and gardens. Its nutrient-rich composition gives plants a balanced supply of nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and other essential elements. Chicken litter is a financially viable option when compared to commercial fertilizers, considering the additional micro-nutrients it produces which are absent in available synthetic alternatives. Graphite naturally helps reduce nitrogen (N) leaking. Using chicken litter and AMGS will positively and organically enhance your soil biology. Thus, building a resilient biological habitat within the soil.
Long-Term Soil Health with AMGS
AMGS promotes stronger roots, stems, and stalks. Plants that are started from adequately inoculated seeds are more tolerant to environmental stresses. Furthermore, AMGS is a bio-inoculant that offers insect protection from soil-dwelling pests that may feed on your plants. Additionally, AMGS promotes disease resistance which can prevent many crop-specific diseases.
We recommend using a sand spreader or sand wagon to easily apply our AMGS. Masaba Minning Equipment is our preferred vendor for the application of our graphite sand. Sand wagons are designed for the agriculture industry and the distribution of our graphite sand used in livestock operations for bedding in dairy barns, commercial poultry coops, etc. We encourage you to contact them for spreading AMGS and ask about their 3 cubic yard (yd³) side slinger. Find them at:
For more information on poultry dust and our Agri Minerals Graphite Sand (AMGS) and sales, contact us.