68 cm Semi Round Poultry Feed Trough

Product Overview

The 68 cm semi-round poultry feed trough is the compact member of the arched-grid series, made for pens of a few hundred birds that want covered, low-waste feeding without a 120 cm rail. The tray runs 68 cm long, about 16 cm wide and 15 cm high, with a curved cage arching over the top. Feeding openings measure roughly 9.5 by 5.2 cm, sized for adult hens and growers to reach feed through the front.

At 482 g per piece, the trough is easy for one worker to lift, move and clean, yet rigid enough for daily farm use. Its 50 pieces per box packing fits small importer orders and farm shops that stock a practical, medium-size covered feeder. The semi-round shape is simple to wipe out because there are no square corners to trap old mash.

Key Features and Benefits

• Arched semi-round cover - curved bars stop birds from standing on feed and scratching it out, cutting waste on the litter.
• 9.5 x 5.2 cm openings - comfortable access for layers and growers, sized to block larger heads that would dive into the tray.
• 68 cm compact rail - fits medium pens, corner feeding stations and smaller broiler grow-out sections.
• 482 g light body - moves and cleans easily without the heft of full commercial-sized troughs.
• 50 pieces per box - modest carton size suits resellers rotating seasonal stock.
• Rounded no-corner tray - smooth inner curve lets the whole tray rinse clean in minutes.

Technical Specifications

• Product name: Semi-round long poultry feed trough, 68 cm
• Overall length: 68 cm
• Overall width: approx. 16 cm
• Overall height: approx. 15 cm
• Opening size: approx. 9.5 x 5.2 cm
• Weight: 482 g per piece
• Packing: 50 pieces per box
• Material: rigid durable plastic
• Design: arched grid over semi-round tray

Materials and Quality

The trough is molded in one rigid piece, with the arched bars fused smoothly into the long tray body. The plastic stays firm under feed load and flexes slightly when knocked, rather than snapping. Opening edges are smoothed to protect combs, and the base sits flat on shed floors. Before export packing we sample units for straight length, opening dimensions and surface consistency, so reorders match the approved sample.

The 482 g body keeps the arch rigid while remaining light enough to lift with one hand, which suits farm crews that move feeders between pens each day. The inner curve drains water completely after rinsing, so no small puddle sits under feed level overnight. Opening edges are rounded to prevent comb abrasion during the long meals typical of laying hens.

How to Use and Maintain

Place the trough in the pen with the arched cover facing up and the open feeding side along the aisle. Fill to a moderate depth with pellets or mash. Check the tray at midday and top up as needed, removing any damp or caked feed first. At the end of the flock cycle, scrub the curved interior with a brush and mild detergent, rinse and stand the unit on end to dry. Stack cleaned troughs in a dry storeroom away from sunlight to keep the plastic in good condition.

For houses with mixed bird sizes, run the 68 cm units near the grower section and larger rails near adult pens, so every bird has reachable feed.

Applications

This size suits small and medium layer farms that want covered feeding but do not need the 120 cm commercial rail. It also fits broiler grow-out sections where keeping litter dry is a priority, since the arch limits scratch-out waste.

Farm-supply retailers stock the 68 cm model as the middle choice between open chick trays and large commercial feeders. Customers starting a new small layer house often buy two or three of these per pen, and return for replacements as their flock grows.

Because the 68 cm units nest compactly, farms reordering spares usually add one or two extra boxes to their next equipment shipment without wasting container space.

Tell us your pen length when ordering, and we will suggest how many 68 cm units line the feeding aisle without leaving gaps.

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 and mid-size layer farms use the 68 cm unit as their standard floor feeder, and broiler growers pick it when litter moisture control is a concern. Retailers stock it between the chick tray and the 120 cm rail, covering the most common small farm pen widths.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is the difference between 68 cm and 95 cm semi-round models?

Both share the arched semi-round design; the 95 cm version is longer and heavier for bigger pens. We can send both specs so you can match feeder length to your pen width.

Q2: Can this trough be used outdoors in a free-range run?

Yes, place it under shelter at the run edge. Keep spare units out of direct sun in storage to preserve the plastic and color.

Q3: Is the arch strong enough to resist jumping birds?

The fused arched bars are built for normal farm use. If large aggressive roosters repeatedly perch on top, raise the feeder position so perching is awkward.

Q4: Do you supply matching drinkers?

Yes, our range includes long drinkers and other poultry equipment to pair with this trough. Ask us for the matching product list when you order.