Poultry litter can be an economical source of nitrogen for replacement animals.
Poultry litter can be an economical source of nitrogen for replacement animals.
However, replacement heifers can use poultry litter efficiently with little problem if fed correctly. About half of the protein is nonprotein nitrogen in the form of uric acid. Before feeding, processing is needed by deep stacking and heating for 4 to 6 weeks. Heating will kill any pathogens. Since quality can vary, it is advisable to test litter before feeding.