Poultry Grit: The Natural Path to Stronger Eggshells and Improved Shell Quality

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This blog post examines the benefits of using poultry grit in poultry farming and its direct impact on eggshell strength and quality. Read on to discover the natural path to stronger eggshells and how poultry grit is crucial in supporting optimal shell development. Promoting Optimal Shell Development Eggshell quality is a crucial factor in the success of any poultry operation. Fragile or weak eggshells can lead to breakages, reduced hatchability and compromised chick development.

5 July 2023

Here's Why Your Almonds Should Come From Australia

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As a tasty ingredient that contributes to everything from salads to dairy-free milk, almonds are popular around the world. When you're looking for a bulk almond supplier, you may find yourself browsing through a vast global supply chain. Here's why you should buy Australian almonds, and nothing else. A Positive Australian Export In the years from 2012 to 2022, almond exports grew by 213%. As Australia's farmers now commit to sustainable practices, they're one of the world's most positive exports.

11 October 2022

Microbiological Tests on Food: Everything You Need to Know

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Anyone dealing large-scale food retail needs to pay attention to two things. The first one is the quality of the source of your food. Your food must come from a regulated environment where adequate attention is given to preventing pests, diseases and harsh chemicals. Secondly, you need to be keen on meeting industry standards by ensuring that your food passes the necessary tests before hitting the market. These tests are crucial for profiling and classifying the food for the intended customers.

12 August 2021

3 Great Tips To Utilize When Purchasing Live Chickens For Egg Production

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If you want fresh eggs around the house all of the time, then you'll need some chickens. More and more people today are buying live chickens to remain self-sufficient in terms of egg production. If you're looking to do the same, remember these buying tips.  Find a Reputable Breeder  One of the most important aspects to focus on when buying live chickens is choosing a breeder. Not all of them are created equal.

6 June 2019

What Every Homesteader Should Consider about Septic Tank Purchases

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Buying land for homesteading and sustainable living means that you likely have at least one septic tank to replace. In fact, some older homesteads may have more than one septic tank placed around the property where older buildings used to be at one time. If you are looking at the main septic tank and you realize it may need to be replaced, there are a few things to keep in mind about your purchase.

21 December 2017

Keep Your Lawn Bright and Beautiful by Inspecting Your Sprinklers

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Maintaining a beautiful, healthy lawn is a pretty big undertaking, requiring significant dedication in terms of time and effort. Thankfully, if you have sprinklers, it's not nearly as time-consuming as it could be. Without a sprinkler, the watering needs of grass can mean frequent trips to the garden, especially in the heat of summer — and forgetting to do it for just one sweltering day could mean your lawn would be left looking sad, browning and less than gorgeous.

26 April 2017

A Short Guide to Food Labelling Requirements in Australia

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If you're looking to start selling your own food products, whether that's to local stores for resale or at places like fundraising events, you need to be familiar with food labelling laws. Even items you sell from home need to be labelled properly, with certain items of information clearly marked, so that consumers know what they're getting and can ensure they protect themselves from allergic reactions, diabetic responses, and the like.

10 March 2017