Feeding on-site grown field beans to broilers

Feeding on-farm grown field beans to broilers offers a sustainable alternative to imported soy-based feed. This practice reduces reliance on environmentally harmful soy sourcing, supports circular agriculture, and aligns with EU regulations promoting cover crops. Field beans, often grown alongside wheat, are processed into feed, lowering carbon footprint and enhancing farm resilience. Initial costs for seeding and cracking equipment may apply, but long-term economic viability remains uncalculated. The approach supports animal welfare, sustainability, and local feed production.