Every pigeon feeding program has a different objective.
Some birds need an everyday seed mixture. Others are preparing for demanding racing work, breeding, recovering after competition or entering a lower-activity resting period.
Green Valley Grains offers five purpose-specific pigeon mixtures:
- Pigeon Mix
- High Flyer Mix
- Racing Pigeon Mix
- Breeder Mix with Popcorn
- Depurative Pigeon Mix
Choosing between them starts with understanding the bird’s workload, life stage and body condition.
Green Valley Pigeon Mix
Green Valley Pigeon Mix is an everyday all-natural seed mixture containing:
- Dunn peas
- Whole maize
- Sorghum
- Safflower
- Wheat
- Vegetable or canola oil
The mixture also contains IAH ProN8ure to support a balanced intestinal microbial population and normal digestion.
Pigeon Mix is available in a 20kg and 5kg bag.
As with all supplementary pigeon feeds, it should be considered as part of the bird’s complete feeding program rather than assessed in isolation.
Green Valley High Flyer Mix
High Flyer is Green Valley’s premium mixture formulated specifically for racing pigeons.
Its ingredients include:
- Peas
- Popcorn
- Safflower
- Wheat
- Sorghum
- Hemp seed
- Linseed
- Plain canary seed
- White French millet
- Canola
- Canola oil
- IAH ProN8ure
The published typical analysis is:
- Crude protein: 15.9%
- Fat: 11.3%
- Energy: 15.5 MJ/kg
The combination of energy-dense grains, oilseeds and added oil makes High Flyer suited to pigeons undertaking greater racing workloads.
High Flyer is available in 20 kg
Because this mixture already contains oil-rich ingredients and ProN8ure, owners should avoid automatically adding more oil or another probiotic without considering the total ration.
Green Valley Racing Pigeon Mix
Racing Pigeon Mix is a high-carbohydrate blend based around whole maize and wheat.
Its ingredients include:
- Whole maize
- Dunn peas
- Safflower
- Wheat
- Sorghum
- Canola oil
The published typical analysis is:
- Crude protein: 15.4%
- Fat: 8.4%
- Energy: 15 MJ/kg
This combination provides a useful balance of carbohydrate energy, protein-containing peas and additional energy from safflower and oil.
Racing Pigeon Mix is available in a 20 kg bag.
Green Valley Breeder Mix with Popcorn
Breeding pigeons have increased nutritional demands associated with reproduction, crop-milk production and feeding growing youngsters.
Green Valley Breeder Mix with Popcorn is a higher-protein blend containing:
- Popcorn
- Dunn peas
- Safflower
- Wheat
- Sorghum
- Canola oil
The published typical analysis is:
- Crude protein: 16.7%
- Fat: 5.8%
- Energy: 14.8 MJ/kg
The higher protein level helps make this mixture appropriate for breeding birds when incorporated into a properly managed breeding ration.
Breeder Mix is available in a 20 kg bag.
Breeding birds must also have access to an appropriate mineral and calcium source. Calcium should be considered alongside phosphorus, vitamin D and the composition of the complete diet.
Green Valley Depurative Pigeon Mix
Depurative Pigeon Mix is a lighter, maize-free mixture suitable for the sports season or resting period.
Its ingredients include:
- Barley
- Wheat
- Sorghum
- Safflower
- Linseed
- Canola
- Canola oil
The varied grains provide a less energy-dense option for periods when pigeons do not require the richer fuel supplied by a demanding racing ration.
Depurative Pigeon Mix is available in a 20 kg bag.
It may be particularly useful when workload has decreased and the objective is to maintain condition without allowing birds to become overly heavy.
Why Green Valley includes IAH ProN8ure
Green Valley Pigeon Mix and High Flyer Mix contain IAH ProN8ure.
ProN8ure is a live, multi-strain probiotic containing seven naturally occurring bacterial strains from the following groups:
- Lactobacillus
- Bifidobacterium
- Enterococcus
- Streptococcus
Green Valley includes ProN8ure to help maintain a balanced intestinal microbial population and support normal digestion.
The inclusion is particularly convenient because the probiotic is already incorporated into the feed. Owners do not need to routinely add a second probiotic unless it has been recommended as part of a professionally reviewed program.
ProN8ure should still be understood as nutritional support. It does not prevent or treat pigeon diseases such as canker, coccidiosis, salmonellosis, rotavirus, pigeon paramyxovirus or H5 avian influenza.
Matching the mixture to the pigeon
A practical way to select a Green Valley mixture is to ask what the bird is currently doing.
Everyday maintenance
Consider Pigeon Mix as an everyday seed blend, then evaluate whether the entire ration supplies the necessary vitamins, minerals and amino acids.
Intensive racing
High Flyer offers the greatest published energy density of the Green Valley pigeon mixtures discussed here. It may suit harder racing work when intake and body condition are carefully managed.
General racing fuel
Racing Pigeon Mix provides a high-carbohydrate option based around whole maize and wheat.
Breeding
Breeder Mix provides a higher-protein blend for breeding pigeons. The full breeding program must also account for calcium, minerals and the nutritional needs of growing youngsters.
Rest or lighter work
Depurative Pigeon Mix provides a lighter, maize-free alternative for reduced workloads and resting periods.
Change feeds gradually
Any change between pigeon mixtures should be introduced progressively.
A sudden dietary change can reduce intake or upset normal digestion. During the transition:
- Mix the old and new feeds together
- Increase the new mixture gradually
- Observe appetite and droppings
- Monitor breast-muscle and body condition
- Keep fresh, clean water continuously available
Measured feeding is important. Even a well-formulated racing mixture can make pigeons too heavy when it is supplied in excess.
Feed according to the bird in front of you
The name on the bag provides guidance, but the bird’s condition provides the final answer.
Monitor each pigeon’s workload, appetite, weight, breast muscle, droppings and recovery. Adjust the quantity and energy density of the feed rather than relying on supplements to correct an unsuitable base ration.
With the right Green Valley mixture, careful portion control and clean water, pigeon owners can build a feeding program that supports performance without unnecessary complication.
Explore the range
View the complete Green Valley Grains Bird Range or contact your local Green Valley stockist for current product availability.
Product ingredients, analyses and pack sizes should always be checked against the current bag label. This article provides general nutritional information and does not replace veterinary advice.