With only a few weeks until the start of the season, game keepers up and down the country are dedicated to the task of keeping their birds from thinking that the grass is greener on the other side of the fence. With pheasants beginning to mature and grow confident in their surroundings, they begin to venture away from the holding pen. Not only this, but when it comes to the start of the season, the need for the pheasants to be in a particular area is a must to ensure that they are in the right place for your drives to go well. Over the past few years, we have seen a huge impact on the industry due to the rise of Avian Influenza and the prevented access of bird imports from Europe. This has all led to game keepers urging the need to protect the birds they have to avoid extensive costs.

Managing the controllable variables within their bevy is critical for game keepers. Predator prevention and habitat management are two key features; however, the most important attribute would be the feed that is being put down. The correct blend of protein and carbohydrates is necessary to keep the birds healthy, aiding their growth and strength during this stage of life. The requirement of this feed to be desirable to the birds is an important factor to stop them from straying from the pen. There are many additives that have proven to increase the palatability of feed, with aniseed being one that is most favoured by game keepers.

Aniseed has been a strong favourite to prevent this issue for many years and a keen preference for increasing palatability. Simply added to the grain its strong, aromatic scent entices pheasants in the pen as well as from far and wide. The liquorice flavouring is adored throughout the pen and keeps the birds coming back for more! There have been great improvements seen from adding aniseed which has settled many game keepers throughout the years.

Here at Target Feeds Ltd, we offer a cost- effective Aniseed Game Bird attractant. Made from a blend of pure China Star Aniseed and Soya Bean oil, the attractant is easy to use and handle, and holds a persistent, sweet aroma which birds adore. The effect of this attractant has many beneficial qualities for both birds and game keepers.