Premium Hulled Sunflower Seeds for Birds | 5 kg

Premium hulled sunflower seeds for birds 5 kg are sunflower kernels with the hard, inedible outer shell removed. They are a popular natural feed ingredient for poultry such as chickens, ducks and geese, as well as ornamental birds including pheasants, pigeons and parrots. They can also be used for feeding wild garden birds during winter.

When included in the diet in suitable proportions, hulled sunflower seeds provide valuable nutritional support, especially during periods of increased demand for energy and nutrients. Their high content of plant-based fats and protein supports the general condition and natural resistance of poultry and ornamental birds. The fats and amino acids found in sunflower kernels for birds also help maintain strong, glossy plumage, which is particularly important for exhibition birds.

Hulled Sunflower Seeds for Bird Feed – Key Benefits

• 100% natural hulled sunflower seeds with no preservatives, artificial flavours or additional feed additives.
• Ready to feed and ideal as a nutritional supplement during winter.
• Rich source of energy, plant-based fats and valuable nutrients.
• Suitable for young birds that may have difficulty removing hard seed shells.
• Contains whole and partially broken kernels with the shells removed, making the seeds easier to digest and absorb.
• Provides unsaturated fatty acids and naturally occurring vitamins E and B-group vitamins.
• A natural alternative to artificial feed additives, supporting overall condition and healthy plumage.

When Should Hulled Sunflower Seeds Be Added to a Bird’s Diet?

• During winter – as an additional source of concentrated energy.
• During moulting – to support feather growth and plumage regeneration.
• During the breeding season – to increase the nutritional value of the daily diet.
• During weakness or recovery – to support general condition and vitality.
• For ornamental and exhibition birds – to help maintain attractive, glossy plumage.

Hulled or Whole Sunflower Seeds – Which Are Better?

Paszarnia Tradycyjna hulled sunflower seeds are mechanically shelled and cleaned to remove the hard outer husk. They may contain both whole and broken kernels.

Poultry and pigeons may have difficulty digesting sunflower husks, so hulled sunflower kernels are often the better choice. They are easier to eat, more digestible and provide direct access to valuable nutrients. Whole sunflower seeds are more suitable for birds such as parrots, which can easily remove the shells with their strong beaks. Shelling the seeds can also provide these birds with natural feeding enrichment.

How to Feed Hulled Sunflower Seeds to Birds

Hulled sunflower seeds for poultry and birds can be mixed with complete feed or grain mixtures, or offered separately as an occasional treat. Due to their high fat and energy content, they should not normally be given every day. Feeding them approximately 2–3 times per week is recommended.

Excessive amounts of high-fat seeds may contribute to weight gain and metabolic problems. Hulled sunflower kernels should generally make up around 5–15% of the grain mixture, depending on the bird species, age and nutritional requirements.

Recommended Feeding Amounts

• For backyard poultry: approximately 1–2 tablespoons per 5 birds.
• For pigeons: up to 10% of the complete grain mixture or approximately half a teaspoon per pigeon.