Integrative device and relative method of installation for the distribution of foodstuff on the litter and feeder area inside the unit for batteries for breeding laying hens

摘要

An integrative device and relative installation method for the distribution of foodstuff on the litter and feeder area inside units for batteries for breeding laying hens, comprising at least one trough (2), placed inside the unit and in communication with the side external feeder (1) via at least one special aperture (6) formed in the feeder on the unit side, and possible appropriate means of channelling the flow of foodstuff, in order to transfer through gravity a fraction of foodstuff from the side external feeder to the trough, suitable for acting as litter and also as supplementary feeder for the laying hens.