Poultry Feeders

Our best selling auto feeder! Stop feeding the sparrows, rats and mice and keep your chicken feed clean 😊 Benefits: For chook keepers that keep 4 to 20 hens -however, the feeder will need to be topped up more regularly if you keep more hens. Remember an average laying hen eats app. 130 - 140g of layer pellets a day so the consumption vs when you need to fill it up can be calculated. Suitable for all standard sized birds (brown shavers and hylines), heavy breeds and some of the larger light breeds (leghorns). This brilliant step-on auto chicken feeder has a large capacity and holds approximately 12kg. Hens are foragers and do best eating little and often throughout the day so feed on demand works best. Reduces hierarchy in flocks ensuring all birds get enough feed which results in happy hens and better egg production. Vermin-proof: Keeps out rats, mice and sparrows ensuring your poultry feed is not contaminated. Keeps feed clean and helps to reduce the worm burden. Ideal for busy people that are not always home early in the morning and late afternoon to feed their hens and those of us that go away for weekends. Reduces feed wastage and saves money. Open feeders can lose up to 40% of feed to sparrows and other birds. NZ made - supporting local NZ business The unit is made from aluminium with alloy rivets, plated steel hinges, nuts and bolts so it keeps working in adverse weather. Includes our very own Appletons training instructions which are clear and easy to follow. Training is very important and not to be rushed or shortened. Chickens need to be POL (point of lay) 18+ weeks of age and older for training. Dimensions: App. 51cm (long) x 46cm (wide) x 22cm (height) What Size is Best? The large step on feeder or mini step on feeder?The large size is more suitable for a larger walk-in hen house especially if you plan to position the feeder inside the hen house or outside in the poultry run (protected from the weather) where there is plenty of space. The large step on is twice as wide as the mini and therefore offers more hens the opportunity to feed at once (+ it also holds more food.) The mini 6kg version is perfect for smaller flocks living in movable chicken coops where the footprint of the coop is small and space is a premium. Using two mini step on feeders in a larger flock (instead of one large one) can work well as two feeding stations can dissipate any possible dominance over the feeder by a bossy hen/s and also help when introducing new birds. "At one stage we were feeding all the neighbourhood sparrows, mice and rats and it was costing us a fortune. When we moved to these step-on feeders (now 16 years ago!) and got the chooks trained to use them our feed bill was considerably reduced and the feed now stays clean and is no longer contaminated with mouse/sparrow droppings. Plus our chook houses are also now free of sparrow droppings and easier to keep clean reducing risk from contamination like salmonella and other diseases carried by the wild birds and rodents. Definitely worth the investment. It will pay for itself in no time!" Please note this size feeder is not suitable for bantams, we do have the Appletons Bantam Step On Feeder for smaller sized birds. Our Appletons Mini Step On Feeder is identical to our Large Step On Feeder but only half the width - ideal if you have a smaller flock of 3 to 5 standard-sized hens and/or need to fit it in a small run/coop.

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Best auto feeder for small spaces! If space is a premium in the chicken coop then this mini feeder is the one for you 😊 The best thing about the Appletons MINI Step On Feeder is that it takes up ONLY half the space of the Appletons Large Step On Feeder and does the same job. Benefits: For chook keepers with 3 to 4 hens. Remember an average laying hen eats app. 130 - 140g of layer pellets a day so the consumption vs when you need to fill it  Suitable for all standard sized birds (brown shavers and hylines), heavy breeds and some larger light breeds (leghorns.) This brilliant step-on auto chicken feeder holds approximately 6kg. Hens are foragers and do best eating little and often throughout the day so feed on demand works best. Reduces hierarchy in flocks ensuring all birds get enough feed which results in happy hens and better egg production. Vermin-proof: Keeps out rats, mice and sparrows ensuring your poultry feed is not contaminated. Keeps feed clean and helps to reduce the worm burden. Ideal for busy people that are not always home early in the morning and late afternoon to feed their hens and those of us that go away for weekends. Reduces feed wastage and saves money. Open feeders can lose up to 40% of feed to sparrows and other birds. NZ made - supporting local NZ business The unit is made from aluminium with alloy rivets, plated steel hinges, nuts and bolts so it keeps working in adverse weather. Includes our very own Appletons training instructions which are clear and easy to follow. Training is very important and best not to be rushed or shortened.  Chickens need to be POL (point of lay) 18+ weeks of age and older for training. Dimensions: app. 30cm (long) x 46cm (wide) x 22cm (height) (Height when fully open is 40cm) What Size is Best? The large step on feeder or mini step on feeder?The large size is more suitable for a larger walk-in hen house especially if you plan to position the feeder inside the hen house or outside in the poultry run (protected from the weather) where there is plenty of space. The large step on is twice as wide as the mini and therefore offers more hens the opportunity to feed at once (+ it also holds more food.) The mini 6kg version is perfect for smaller flocks living in movable chicken coops where the footprint of the coop is small and space is a premium. Using two mini step on feeders in a larger flock (instead of one large one) can work well as two feeding stations can dissipate any possible dominance over the feeder by a bossy hen/s and also help when introducing new birds. The perfect solution for those that keep 3 to 4 chooks in a mobile chicken coop like the Ultimate Coop on Wheels or the Eglu Cube Chicken Coop. "At one stage we were feeding all the neighbourhood sparrows, mice and rats and it was costing us a fortune. When we moved to these step-on feeders (now 16 years ago!) and got the chooks trained to use them our feed bill was considerably reduced and the feed now stays clean and is no longer contaminated with mouse/sparrow droppings. Plus our chook houses are also now free of sparrow droppings and easier to keep clean reducing risk from contamination like salmonella and other diseases carried by the wild birds and rodents. Definitely worth the investment. It will pay for itself in no time!" Fionna Appleton

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Best automatic bantam step on feeder. Perfect auto feeder for all small poultry breeds: Bantams, Hamburghs, Campines, Lavender Araucanas and pheasant We have been so impressed with these Bantam Step On Feeders for feeding our smaller ladies. 😊 The Pekin Bantams took to them quickly (little birds with high IQ's!) and now 16 years on they are still the perfect auto feeder for our smaller breeds. We are saving on feed as the sparrows just don't get the opportunity to help themselves any longer. PLUS we have been using them in our pheasant flights and they have been working well with the ringnecks, ornamental pheasants and our smaller ornamental ducks.  Benefits: Perfect for 3 to 6 bantam-sized chickens: this feeder will need to be topped up more regularly if you keep a larger number of hens.  Suitable for all smaller sized fowl (Bantams, Hamburghs, Campines, Lavender Araucanas and pheasant) This brilliant step-on auto bantam feeder holds approximately 4kg. Hens are foragers and do best eating little and often throughout the day so feed on demand works best. Reduces hierarchy in flocks ensuring all birds get enough feed which results in happy hens and better egg production.  Vermin-proof: Keeps out rats, mice and sparrows ensuring your poultry feed is not contaminated. Keeps feed clean and helps to reduce the worm burden. Ideal for busy people that are not always home early in the morning and late afternoon to feed their hens and those of us that go away for weekends. Reduces feed wastage and saves money. Open feeders can lose up to 40% of feed to sparrows and other birds. NZ made - supporting local NZ business The unit is made from aluminium with alloy rivets, plated steel hinges, nuts and bolts so it keeps working in adverse weather. Includes our very own Appletons training instructions which are clear and easy to follow. Training is very important and not to be rushed or shortened. Chickens need to be POL and older for training. Dimensions: Overall size of feeding unit is 390mm (width) x 160mm (height) x 320mm (depth).

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Suitable for all chicken breeds. 4 sizes to suit your requirements: 5kg, 8kg, 12kg and a 20kg capacity Benefits: The unique treadle operation of this feeder will ensure your poultry has all-day access to their favourite feed.   No risk of injury with the unique treadle system which allows your poultry to walk on to the ramp which activates an inwards opening trap door, giving free access to their feed. The operating system is almost silent which will not spook extra timid poultry.  The feeder can be operated by all poultry big and small from the smallest of bantams to the largest of heavy breeds. The adjustable weight of the pedal allows adjustments for birds as little as 250 grams to open, if this is too light, then simply adjust to one of the 5 different settings.  Built from robust heavy gauge galvanised steel and mouse-proof. They will also work well to keep the sparrow and other wild birds out too. Please note trough and treadle are plastic and not rat proof. For best results, we recommend using this feeder undercover and out of the weather.   Useful Info on Training Training takes approximately a week. We recommend not feeding the chooks anywhere else or out of any other feeders whilst in training so they learn to use their new feeder. Try placing a stone on the treadle for the first 3 or 4 days so they learn where the food is, then remove the weight and let them learn to stand on the treadle to expose the feed. They will quickly get the hang of it. To keep the best flow into the feed trough we recommend using a small even-sized pellet in these feeders like the Westons layer pellets. Dry mash due to its powdery consistency will require regular cleaning out to keep the flow moving. Do not use feeds that contains molasses, neither are they good for your hens they also clog the feeder ie : Chook Tucker. Please note the slot at the base of the hopper can be adjusted to regulate the flow of feed. We recommend letting your chooks empty it out regularly so the fine dust that builds up with both pellets and mash can be cleaned out. Dimensions (approximate) :5kg - 260mm wide x 400mm high x 480mm deep - including treadle8kg - 275mm wide x 470mm high x 480mm deep - including treadle12kg - 345mm wide x 495mm high x 480mm deep - including treadle20kg - 345mm wide x 660mm high x 480mm deep - including treadle The two smaller sizes are narrower across the front (26cm and 27.5cm) only allowing 1 hen to feed at a time. The two larger sizes are wider (both 34.5cm) which will allow 1 very large hen or two standard sized hens (brown shavers) to feed at the same time. Minor assembly required upon delivery.  Download Assembly Manual

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Brilliant large capacity indoor feeder. Gaun 20 Litre Tripod Chicken Feeder is a large plastic poultry feeder with a red tripod stand and white hopper. Suitable for poultry, fowl and game birds. This large tripod poultry feeder is most useful for large flocks of hens as the feeding trough always stays filled from the drum above. With the raised feeding saucer there is less chance of contamination from the birds. Pellets will stay clean, whilst the anti-flick grid also means less wastage from the birds flicking their food about. The domed shape of the tank is specially designed so that the birds can't perch on it and contaminate the pellets from above. For indoor use or covered outdoor areas. The hopper is removable for easy cleaning. It has a big 24cm-diameter screw lid, also incorporating handles each side for easy carrying. Hopper is translucent for visibility of feed level.  Some self assembly required. Dimensions: 36cm dia. x 56.5cm high (14 in x 22 in H).The feed pan stands 18cm from the ground.

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Large capacity feeder with big rain cover. Perfect size feeder if growing on a good number of young chickens (pullets and/or cockerels) or a small flock of hens. Holds approx 10kg of mash, grain or pellets. Fantastic for the larger backyard flock & holds enough tucker for a dozen or more adult chooks for several days. Contains built-in anti-scratch bars to avoid unwanted feed wastage. Adjustable feed flow. Large rain cover keeps food dry and stops chooks squatting on top of the feeder and soiling their feed. Removable base for easy cleaning makes this feeder super hygienic & straightforward to maintain, no nuts or bolts, just a simple clip-on base design. Made from high-quality rust-resistant galvanised steel (base and tube) + UV treated nylon (scratch ring and hat) for long life. Genuine high-quality product made in Europe. The diameter of the hat is 50cm diameter of the feed ring is 33cm.

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Perfect for feeding chickens of all ages. This size feeder is ideal if you have 3 to 4 hens or raising young birds on to point of lay. 3kg quality plastic feeder. Made from high-quality UV stabilised plastic for longer life.  The suspension point incorporates a wing nut adjuster for feed flow. The trough also has segregations (anti-scratch fins) to reduce losses from birds flicking feed out sideways. Heavy galvanising on all metal parts. Best hung inside the hen house. This size feeder is perfect for chicks from 3+ weeks if you have the space in the brooder,Also perfect for feeding adult bantams where the run or coop is fully enclosed (invest in a Bantam Step On feeder if your bantams free-range) or for a mother hen with chicks. A mother hen is very good at scratching the feed to show the chicks what to do so the non-scratch fins prevent too much spillage of the crumble.

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This feeder has a very handy top closing top hatch. Easy fill plastic hanging feeder. Innovative swing hatch for easy filling from above without turning upside down. Can be refilled whilst suspended. Feed level visible through the translucent body. Bayonet locking. Made from impact-resistant plastic. Anti-scratch fins prevent food waste. Dimensions: 40cm high by 30cm wide

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Indoor suspension feeder with good capacity. This size feeder is ideal if raising a good number of young chickens on to adulthood and need a feeder that holds a good amount of feed. 5kg quality plastic feeder. Made from high-quality UV stabilised plastic for long life.  The suspension point incorporates a wing nut adjuster for feed flow. The trough also has segregations (anti-scratch fins) to reduce losses from birds flicking feed out sideways. Heavy galvanising on all metal parts. Best hung inside the hen house. Perfect for feeding a small flock of hens: 6 to 10.  Please note these feeders are not sparrow proof. Best used in hen houses with fully enclosed runs to ensure the sparrows do not deplete the feed supply. Please remember sparrows learn quickly where there is free feed and will access houses and runs through pop-holes and gaps in runs to quickly clean up the feed. Upgrade to a Step On Feeder to avoid wastage and contamination from sparrows, rats and mice.

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Looking for a suspension feeder that will outlive the plastic ones... go for galvanised!  A good quality indoor feeder that will last the distance. Heavy-duty galvanised-iron suspension feeder with plastic lid. The plastic lid is easily removed for filling. Feed flow is adjustable by means of an internal holding clip. The feeder can be suspended by use of the hole at the top of the centre spindle. Best hung inside the hen house and at a decent height off the shavings. We use a link chain to hang the feeders. The perfect feed bar for your chooks! Available in a 5kg, 18kg and a 40kg capacity Dimensions: 5kg Size: feeder tray is 32cm in diameter and height is app. 30cm.18kg Size: tray is 38cm in diameter with a height of 50cm. This size feeder is ideal if raising a good number of young chickens on to adulthood and need a feeder that holds a good amount of feed. Also perfect for feeding your flock whether small or large. flock. Please note these feeders are not sparrow proof. Best used in hen houses with fully enclosed runs to ensure the sparrows do not deplete the feed supply. Please remember sparrows learn quickly where there is free feed and will access houses and runs through pop-holes and gaps in runs to quickly clean up the feed. Upgrade to a Step On Feeder to avoid wastage and contamination from sparrows, rats and mice.

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Great little feeder! If you've expanded your flock, you can make sure there's plenty of delicious food for all your chickens with the Eglu Cube Feeder. The carefully sculpted overhanging front makes it easy for your chickens to eat while keeping their food dry and protected from the droppings of wild birds. Made of hygienic, easy to clean plastic, the Eglu Cube Feeder attaches to your run with strong steel clips. Also fits the Walk-In Run and Runs for the original Eglu Cube Mk1, Eglu Go and Eglu Go UP Chicken Coop. Dimensions: 18cm high by 18cm wide by 35 cm deep The capacity of the feeder is 2.7 litres when placed on a vertical run panel such as the Eglu Cube or Walk in Run, and 1.8 litres when placed on an angled run panel such as the Eglu Go.

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Handy little feeder that doubles as a drinker! Quality plastic feeder/drinker 12cm.We use these for our rabbits too.Current available colour: Sold out of pink and blue...only white available now!

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Sturdy hoop drinker/feeder stand. This easy to use Feeder Drinker Hoop from Omlet is specially designed to prevent waste and mess. Not only does it keep your chicken's food and water cleaner for longer, the Feeder Drinker Hoop helps protect against vermin and eliminates the likelihood of the drinking being knocked over as it empties! Simply tread the Feeder Drinker Hoop into soft ground and suspend your chicken's food and water below at a height that is ideal for them to use!The Feeder Drinker Hoop is made from a strong plastic coated steel rod and is compatible with a wide range of feeders and drinkers up to 35 cm wide and 50 cm tall. Please note - Feeder is not included with the hoop.

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Need a stand for your cube feeder and drinker? Don't have an Eglu run but want to treat your chickens to the finest feeders and drinkers in town? With this specially designed stand, you can use the popular eglu feeder and eglu drinker in any run, enclosure, or chicken shed, making your hens very happy indeed. Made from the same green, plastic-coated steel weld mesh as the Eglu run. If you have a lot of chickens you can place a number of these stands with feeders around for them to choose from, or if you need to separate your hens for any reason this also comes in very hendy. Two different designs are available depending on whether you purchase the cube feeder and drinker OR the eglu go feeder and drinker. The drinker and feeder will need to be purchased separately.

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Lost a part from your Feed-o-matic Treadle Feeder?? Replacement spares kit 5kg, 8kg, 12kg and 20kg Feed-o-matic Treadle Feeder.Includes the following parts: #1 Arm Treadle/Hinge x 2 #2 Connector Treadle x 2 #8 Hinge Pin x 2#6 M6- Nut x 2#4 M4-screw x 2 #5 M4 Nut x 2#7 Split Pin x 2 

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Handy cup drinker (or feeder) for when you have an isolated bird or two you are caring for. Stainless steel bowl holds 600ml and 12cm in diameter. Chrome plated steel holder.Ideal for individual chickens or holding grit for your laying hens.

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Stainless steel bowl holds 600ml and 12cm in diameter. Powder-coated steel clamp. Brilliant for rabbits, guinea pigs or holding grit for your laying hens.

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Handy cup drinker (or feeder) for when you have an isolated bird or two you are caring for in a cage or coop. Stainless steel bowl holds 900ml and 15cm in diameter. Chrome plated steel holder.Ideal for individual chickens or holding grit for your laying hens.

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