Vitamins play a vital role in maintaining the overall health, growth, immunity, and productivity of poultry. A deficiency in
essential vitamins can lead to multiple health issues, poor performance, and increased vulnerability to infections. Early detection and correction are key to preventing long-term damage.

Causes of Vitamin Deficiency:

  • Low-quality or unbalanced feed

    Feeds lacking essential nutrients can lead to vitamin deficiencies.

  • Improper feed storage

    Vitamins in feed can degrade over time if exposed to heat, moisture, or light.

  • Extended antibiotic use

    Long-term use of antibiotics can hinder the body’s ability to absorb vitamins.

  • Poor gut health or absorption issues

    Digestive problems can prevent proper uptake of vitamins from the feed.

  • Lack of green feed or sunlight

    Limited exposure to greens or sunlight reduces natural sources of Vitamin D.

Tips For Preventing Vitamin Deficiency In Birds

To prevent vitamin deficiency in birds, provide a balanced diet with essential vitamins, use quality feed, and store it properly. Offer vitamin supplements when needed, give access to sunlight, include green feed, avoid excessive antibiotics, and support gut health with probiotics.

  • Vitamin A Deficiency

    Causes swollen eyes, nasal discharge, rough feathers, and weak immunity, leading to respiratory issues.

  • Vitamin D Deficiency

    Leads to soft bones (rickets), lameness, and thin eggshells due to poor calcium absorption.

  • Vitamin E Deficiency

    Results in muscle weakness, poor coordination (especially in chicks), and reduced fertility.

  • Vitamin B Complex Deficiency

    Causes curled toe paralysis, poor growth, feather loss, weakness, and anemia.

  • Vitamin K Deficiency

    Leads to poor blood clotting, internal bleeding, and a higher risk of sudden death.