71 cm Long Poultry Feed Trough

Product Overview

The 71 cm long poultry feed trough is a classic grid-top feeding tray built for medium layer houses, grower pens and mixed backyard flocks. Its long tray runs 71 cm along the feeding line, stands about 21 cm tall at the frame and 15.5 cm at the rim, with openings about 10.5 cm wide by 5.5 cm deep. A serrated ridge along the top discourages scratching, so pellets and mash stay inside instead of ending up on the litter.

Weighing 547 g per piece, the trough is sturdy enough to take rough daily use yet light enough for one worker to move around the house. Packed 50 pieces per box, it is sized for small distributors and medium farms that order by the carton rather than by the container. It is a practical middle-ground feeder: bigger than a chick tray, smaller than a full commercial house trough.

Key Features and Benefits

• 71 cm feeding line - the long tray gives a whole row of adult birds access at once, cutting waiting and crowding.
• 10.5 x 5.5 cm openings - adult hens and growers pass their heads through comfortably while the grid keeps feed covered.
• Anti-scatter serrated top - the raised ridge limits scratching and peck-out waste, protecting feed costs over a long laying season.
• 547 g rigid build - solid wall thickness resists warping when the tray is pushed, tilted or stacked for cleaning.
• 50 pieces per box - friendly carton size for resellers who display feeders on farm shop shelves.
• Open washable tray - the hollow frame rinses from both sides, keeping hygiene work fast between flocks.

Technical Specifications

• Product name: Long poultry feed trough, 71 cm
• Overall length: 71 cm
• Overall height (frame): approx. 21 cm
• Rim height: approx. 15.5 cm
• Opening size: approx. 10.5 x 5.5 cm
• Weight: 547 g per piece
• Packing: 50 pieces per box
• Material: durable rigid plastic
• Design: grid-top long tray with serrated ridge

Materials and Quality

The trough is one-piece molded with a rigid frame that keeps its rectangular shape season after season. The plastic surface is smooth enough to scrape clean but tough enough to resist cracking on concrete. Grid bars are evenly fused to the rim, with no thin spots where birds could snap a bar during active feeding. Before dispatch we check sample units for straight length, opening size and base stability, so repeat customers receive the same feeder they approved at first order.

The 547 g wall thickness gives the frame a firm rectangular shape that does not twist when the tray is moved full of pellets. The grid bars are fused to the rim at regular intervals, and the serrated top ridge is a continuous molded edge rather than glued-on teeth. Smooth opening rims protect combs during long feeding sessions, while the flat bottom sits stable on deep litter without rocking.

How to Use and Maintain

Set the trough along the fence or in the middle of the pen so birds can approach from the open side. Fill pellets or mash to about half the tray depth; overfilling invites flicking. Once a day, brush out the tray and top up feed; once per flock cycle, wash the whole unit with mild detergent and water, then stand it on end to dry. Stack cleaned troughs flat in a dry store to save space and keep them ready for the next batch.

Check the serrated edge each season for feed crust buildup, since a clean ridge keeps the anti-scatter effect working all year.

Applications

Typical users are medium layer farms with a few hundred birds, where one 71 cm trough serves a pen of hens comfortably and the keeper refills it morning and evening. It also suits broiler grow-out sheds that prefer covered feeding trays over open troughs, since the grid reduces floor waste.

Village poultry projects and small resellers stock this size as an all-purpose adult bird feeder: it is affordable enough for starter farmers and large enough to stay useful through a full laying year. It pairs naturally with long drinkers and egg nest boxes from the same equipment range.

Why Choose Hebei Yilu Shunfeng Breeding Equipment

Hebei Yilu Shunfeng Breeding Equipment Co., Ltd. specializes in poultry feeding and drinking equipment for farmers and distributors worldwide. Every product is checked before shipment to ensure consistent quality, and orders are packed with export-grade packaging to protect the goods during transport. Our sales team can provide specification sheets, packing details and shipping advice for any order size. If you need more information about this trough, packaging options or mixed container loads, please contact us.

Small layer farms pick this size as their first covered feeder when they move up from open trays. Village poultry projects also favor it: one 71 cm unit is affordable for a starter farmer but large enough to serve through a whole laying year without needing replacement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Is this trough suitable for ducks as well as chickens?

The openings fit chicken and grower-size heads. For large ducks and geese we recommend our wider-opening square or semi-round troughs, which we can show you on request.

Q2: How many hens can use one trough at once?

With openings spaced along 71 cm, plan for several birds feeding simultaneously, and add extra troughs if your flock density is high. We can suggest counts based on your pen size.

Q3: Can it sit on uneven floor?

The base is flat and stable on most shed floors. On rough ground, raise one end slightly or bed the tray on a small plank so feed stays level.

Q4: Do colors vary between batches?

This model is produced in a consistent red tone. If you need a matched color for branding or farm coding, mention it when ordering so production can confirm the available shade.