Smallholder Range

Smallholder Range High-quality, natural feeds for smallholders, crafted for poultry, waterfowl, goats, pigs, sheep,

Winter Wellness: Avoiding Obesity in Pot-Bellied PigsHere are some key tips to help your pig stay fit and healthy this w...
21/01/2025

Winter Wellness: Avoiding Obesity in Pot-Bellied Pigs

Here are some key tips to help your pig stay fit and healthy this winter:

❄️Although it can be tempting to spoil our pets with extra treats, while the occasional treat is great, overindulging can lead to weight gain, so avoid feeding too many treats.
❄️Monitor body condition regularly - Feel along your pig's sides and back, you should be able to feel their spine and ribs without pressing too hard, but they shouldn’t be overly prominent. Look for fat deposits around the face, neck and belly, these are signs of excess weight.
❄️Stick to a balanced diet of our specialist Pot-Bellied Pig Feed, measuring carefully to avoid overfeeding.
❄️Certain breeds such as Kune Kunes require hay or forage, especially during the winter when there is a lack of grass.
❄️Ensure that your pot-bellied pigs always have water readily available
❄️Provide warmth through deep, clean bedding and a warm, draft-free shelter

By following these tips, you can help your pot-bellied pig enjoy a healthy and comfortable winter season whilst reducing the risk of obesity.

As the colder months continue, remember scraps and extra goodies aren’t great for your pygmy goat as they can put on wei...
14/01/2025

As the colder months continue, remember scraps and extra goodies aren’t great for your pygmy goat as they can put on weight fast!

Stick to extra hay (they need more forage in winter!) and a balanced, low-calorie diet. Dried fruits and veggies (included in our Pygmy Goat Mix) are perfect for mimicking their natural diet, keeping fibre high and calories low. Treat them with care, not cake this winter!

For more information on our Pygmy Goat Mix follow this link: https://www.smallholderfeed.co.uk/products/goats/

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Reminder: It’s a Legal Requirement to Register Birds with DEFRA! With the concern of Avian flu at present here are our t...
07/01/2025

Reminder: It’s a Legal Requirement to Register Birds with DEFRA!

With the concern of Avian flu at present here are our tips for the “flockdown” to help alleviate boredom:

✅To ensure birds receive the correct level of feed, whilst not foraging in the garden, feed free-range pellets/crumble in the morning, ensuring they are scattered to reduce fighting.
✅ Offer a small treat of super mixed or mixed corn in the afternoon to prevent boredom whilst not interfering with their nutritionally balanced diet.
✅ Choose our feed with added Omega 3 for extra nutrients in eggs, natural ingredients for golden yolks, and prebiotics to support digestion.

Ensure your birds get a balanced diet to stay healthy and stress-free during “flockdown”!

To find out if your area has been affected follow this link: https://defra.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=8cb1883eda5547c6b91b5d5e6aeba90d

For more information on our Natural Free Range Layers Pellets or Crumble click here: https://www.smallholderfeed.co.uk/products/layers

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01/01/2025
Like you, we think your chickens deserve the very best natural nutrition. The Smallholder Range Natural Free Range Layer...
23/12/2024

Like you, we think your chickens deserve the very best natural nutrition. The Smallholder Range Natural Free Range Layers Pellets and Crumb is a fully balanced feed for happy, healthy hens all year round.

We specially formulate our feed with only the highest quality ingredients and leave out all the other things which don’t meet our high standards.

💚 All natural ingredients for lovely golden yolks with a rich taste
✨Added prebiotics to support the digestive system
🌿 Contains high quality protein to support feather and egg quality
🌾 NO Soya, GM free!
💧Nutritionally balanced with added Omega 3
👊Drug and coccidiostat free so suitable for waterfowl

For more information about our Natural Free Range Layers Pellets click here: https://www.smallholderfeed.co.uk/products/poultry

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Flockdown announcement From midday today a regional avian influenza prevention zone (AIPZ) with mandatory biosecurity an...
23/12/2024

Flockdown announcement

From midday today a regional avian influenza prevention zone (AIPZ) with mandatory biosecurity and housing measures has been declared in the unitary authorities of the East Riding of Yorkshire, the City of Kingston upon Hull and all districts in Lincolnshire, Norfolk and Suffolk.

To find out if your area has been affected follow this link: https://defra.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=8cb1883eda5547c6b91b5d5e6aeba90d

For more information follow this link: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/bird-flu-avian-influenza-how-to-prevent-it-and-stop-it-spreading
https://www.smallholderfeed.co.uk/avian-influenza-23rd-december-2024/

Merry Christmas from all of us at Smallholder Range !Our opening times over the festive period are:Tuesday 24/12/2024 Op...
17/12/2024

Merry Christmas from all of us at Smallholder Range !

Our opening times over the festive period are:
Tuesday 24/12/2024 Open 09:00hrs Closed 12:00hrs
Wednesday 25/12/2024 Closed
Thursday 26/12/2024 Closed
Friday 27/12/2024 Closed
Saturday 28/12/2024 Closed
Sunday 29/12/2024 Closed
Monday 30/12/2024 Open 09:00hrs Closed 16:00hrs
Tuesday 31/12/2024 Open 09:00hrs Closed 12:00hrs
Wednesday 01/01/2025 Closed
Thursday 02/01/2025 Open 09:00hrs Closed 16:00hrs
Friday 03/01/2025 Open 09:00hrs Closed 16:00hrs

If you are looking for nutrition advice while we are away please:
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From all of us at The Smallholder Range, we hope you have a wonderful festive season!Our opening times over the festive ...
11/12/2024

From all of us at The Smallholder Range, we hope you have a wonderful festive season!

Our opening times over the festive period are:
Tuesday 24/12/2024 Open 09:00hrs Closed 12:00hrs
Wednesday 25/12/2024 Closed
Thursday 26/12/2024 Closed
Friday 27/12/2024 Closed
Saturday 28/12/2024 Closed
Sunday 29/12/2024 Closed
Monday 30/12/2024 Open 09:00hrs Closed 16:00hrs
Tuesday 31/12/2024 Open 09:00hrs Closed 12:00hrs
Wednesday 01/01/2025 Closed
Thursday 02/01/2025 Open 09:00hrs Closed 16:00hrs
Friday 03/01/2025 Open 09:00hrs Closed 16:00hrs

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Natural nutrition that helps keep your pigs happy and healthy. The Smallholder Range Pot-bellied Pig feed encourages slo...
10/12/2024

Natural nutrition that helps keep your pigs happy and healthy. The Smallholder Range Pot-bellied Pig feed encourages slower, more natural growth rates, making it ideal for pet pigs.

We want your pigs to look and feel as good as you do. That is why we specially formulate our feed with only the highest quality ingredients and leave out all the other things which don’t meet our high standards.

💚 High fibre, low calorie blend helps tackle obesity
✨Nutritionally balanced with essential nutrients and added prebiotics to support gut health
🌿 No artificial additives, colours or flavours
🌾 NO Soya, GM free!

For more information about our pot-bellied pig feed click here: https://www.smallholderfeed.co.uk/products/pigs

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03/12/2024

Water is the most important nutrient for all poultry. In fact, a lack of water will have a much quicker and more detrime...
26/11/2024

Water is the most important nutrient for all poultry. In fact, a lack of water will have a much quicker and more detrimental effect on a bird’s health than a lack of food. Water is not only essential for maintaining good health but also for performance in terms of growth, egg laying, and general vitality.

Feed intake is dependent on water intake, so if birds drink less water, they will eat less feed, which may lead to nutritional deficiencies. Any stress, such as poor nutrition or dehydration, can cause fault bars in growing feathers, which will impact feather quality.

In sub-zero temperatures, remove drinkers at night and take them indoors to prevent them from freezing. Replacing the drinkers in the morning is much quicker than trying to defrost those that have frozen outside overnight. On days when the outside temperature remains below freezing provide tepid water to slow down the freezing process.

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While most pigs don’t necessarily graze like ruminants, certain breeds, such as Kune Kunes, do require hay or forage, es...
19/11/2024

While most pigs don’t necessarily graze like ruminants, certain breeds, such as Kune Kunes, do require hay or forage, especially in the winter when there is a lack of grass. Pigs require reasonable amounts of high-quality protein and vitamins and minerals for supporting all-round body functions. Feeding a balanced feed makes this simple as everything they need for a balanced diet is included. Pet pigs or good-doer breeds like Kune-Kunes are more prone to obesity, so specialist pot-bellied pig feeds, such as Smallholder Range Pot-Bellied Pig Feed, are ideal for ensuring a balanced diet while restricting their calories.

For more information on our Pot Bellied Pig Feed click here: https://www.smallholderfeed.co.uk/products/pigs

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As the cold weather hits and the grass stops growing, it is important to ensure that your natural grazers have access to...
12/11/2024

As the cold weather hits and the grass stops growing, it is important to ensure that your natural grazers have access to good quality forage in appropriate quantities to ensure they are getting an adequate fibre intake. When feeding outdoors, consider using raised feeders to avoid forage being lost in the mud surrounding high-activity feeders during our typical British winters.
Winter grazing is also likely to be nutritionally deficient, so providing a high-quality, balanced feed alongside their forage is ideal to ensure they are getting a balanced diet. Species-specific feeds will be specially formulated to provide the right combination of vitamins and minerals for the animals they are intended for. The Smallholder Range produces balanced feeds for sheep and goats (including Pygmy Goats).

For more information on our Smallholder Feeds click here: https://www.smallholderfeed.co.uk

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As egg production tends to wind down for many birds through the colder months, it can be tempting to reduce their feeds....
05/11/2024

As egg production tends to wind down for many birds through the colder months, it can be tempting to reduce their feeds. However, they still need nutritional support for their moult and general health, including good levels of high-quality protein to support feather growth. A balanced layers pellet with a protein level of around 16%, such as The Smallholder Range Natural Free Range Layers Pellets, is ideal for feeding year-round as it provides nutritional support, including the required vitamins and minerals for your bird's well-being. Providing ad-lib feed ensures all birds can get their daily intake, reducing competition.

Did you know? It is very difficult for chickens to overeat as their croup is limited by how full it can be.

For more information on our Natural Free Range Layers Pellets or Crumble click here: https://www.smallholderfeed.co.uk/products/layers

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Why choose the Smallholder Range? We aim to be as environmentally conscious as possible when making our feeds.  ✅We only...
29/10/2024

Why choose the Smallholder Range? We aim to be as environmentally conscious as possible when making our feeds.

✅We only use Non-Genetically Modified (Non-GM) ingredients.
✅All of our feeds are made in our own drug free mill.
✅We only use premium-grade vegetable oils.
✅We do not use chemically extracted ingredients; our oils are cold pressed, not harshly extracted, using the solvent hexane.
✅We are soya-free, meaning fewer food miles.

For more information about our values click here: https://www.smallholderfeed.co.uk/about

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22/10/2024

How nice to see these young Pygmy Goats playing with their Pot Bellied Pig friend. Interestingly, both these breeds, most usually kept as pets, are predisposed to becoming overweight.

At The Smallholder Range, we have developed feeds specifically for these pet breeds. They are higher in fibre and lower in protein and energy to help avoid obesity while being nutritionally balanced to keep pets healthy and thriving.

The Smallholder Range Pygmy Goat Mix contains dried fruit and vegetables to mimic the Pygmy goat’s natural diet as closely as possible. Pot-Bellied Pig Food is suitable for Kune Kunes, micro-pigs and other pet pigs, providing prebiotics to support the digestive system.

For more information about The Smallholder Range specialist feeds click here https://www.smallholderfeed.co.uk or the link in our bio.

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