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Industry leader for over 25 years

Patented gray color attracts hens

Gentle, flexible surface resists rot,
fungus and mildew

Reduces contamination and
resists nips and tears

Improves circulation

Fewer floor eggs and broken eggs

Facts you should know about the North Carolina State University research program

FACT:

This research program, was conducted by North Carolina State University's Poultry Science Department, to determine if:

Nest pad color has an influence on nest preference in broiler breeders
Color preference has any effect on floor eggs and egg production

Test results were as follows:

Broiler breeder hens exhibited a marked preference for gray AstroTurf ^® Nest Pads when compared to other colors.
This preference results in fewer floor eggs and an increase of 4% in total eggs collected.

Based on the data collected and the findings, a patent was applied for and awarded. US Patent number 5.159.896 for AstroTurf ^® gray poultry nest pads.

BENEFIT:

Broiler hens exhibited a preference for AstroTurf ^® Gray Poultry Nest Pads.

The preference resulted in a 4% increase in total eggs collected.

This means increased
profits for your bottom line!