Sunflower Free Sprouting Blend 500g

Seven organic grains, beans and legumes are hand-blended to create a superfood boost for your bird's diet without the Sunflower. The sprouting process releases digestible enzymes, allowing the body to absorb more proteins, vitamins, and minerals than dry seeds.

Once sprouted, this blend can be added to fresh chops, foraging bowls or used in bird recipes.

Suitable for all birds and great for people learning how to sprout. If you're looking for an easier raw food option, see our soaking blends.

$17.99

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How to start sprouting

Measure out the amount you want to sprout, making sure to use a clean measuring cup. The general rule is one tablespoon per bird, per day.
Thoroughly rinse the seeds in the Sprouting Jar under cold water to remove dust. Do this until it runs close to clear.

Soak for twenty-four hours, the water in the jar may change colour during this process, but this is not a problem.

After twenty-four hours you will see the seeds have adsorbed water and expanded. Some seeds may already be sprouting; this is fine. Rinse with cold water until it runs clear and allow to drain.

You will need to constantly rinse and drain the seeds throughout the whole process, this will remove any mould and keep the seeds hydrated. We recommend no less than four times a day. Keeping the jar on the kitchen sink is a good reminder to rinse the seeds whenever you are there, you can't over-rinse the seeds.

After a day the seeds should start to grow little "tails" at this stage you rinse, drain then start offering it to your birds. Sprouted seeds are most nutritious if fed while the tails are just emerging. Some grains or seeds may take a little longer than others; like Sunflower, it is still okay to feed if some are only just starting to grow tails. Under ideal conditions, should take no longer than two days to be ready for feeding.

Tools you will need

It can be soaked in any clean container, but you will require a fine strainer as some seeds are very small. Our Beginner Sprouting Jar works best. Soak out of direct sunlight in a cool dark place.

How to use

Offer as is, mix into chop or bird recipes.

How much to feed

It can be offered 2-3 times a week, taking into account your bird's daily needs. As a guide one dry tablespoon per two birds. This blend must be at least soaked and cannot be offered dry.

Organic Ingredients

Mung Beans, Wheat Grains, Green Lentils, Adzuki Beans, Chickpeas, Buckwheat, Oat Kernels. Please note some ingredients are seasonal and may not be present.

Storage

We recommend storing in an air-tight container in a dark, cool place. For Freeze-dried food please see above.

Allergens

May contain traces of gluten, sesame seeds, soya, lupin, peanuts and other tree nuts.

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Sunflower Free Sprouting Blend 500g

Sunflower Free Sprouting Blend 500g

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