Long Plastic Poultry & Pigeon Feed Trough 120cm – Blue Trough with Wire Anti-Perch Guard (40 / 80 / 120cm)

Long Plastic Poultry & Pigeon Feed Trough: Blue Trough with Wire Anti-Perch Guard (40 / 80 / 120cm)

This long blue plastic feed trough is a practical, waste-reducing feeder for pigeons and poultry, built with a wire guard over the top that lets birds feed through the gaps while stopping them standing or sitting in the feed. It comes in three lengths, 40cm, 80cm and 120cm, so you can match it to your flock or loft: a shorter trough for a few birds, up to the 120cm length where lots of birds need to feed at once. It is a popular choice for pigeon lofts, and works just as well for chickens and other poultry in coops, runs and aviaries.

The wire anti-perch guard is the feature that makes this trough worth having. On an open feeder, birds hop straight in, scratch the feed around, and foul it with droppings, and a lot of feed is wasted. Here, the wire loops keep birds out of the trough itself, so they poke their heads through to eat but can't stand in the feed or knock it out. That keeps the feed clean and hygienic, cuts waste, and means less feed lost to scratching and mess, which adds up to real savings over time.

The long, low trough shape also spreads birds out along its length, so more can feed side by side with less pushing and squabbling than they get around a small feeder. Made from durable moulded plastic with a sturdy wire top, it is light, easy to move, and simple to fill and rinse out.

Key Features & Benefits

• Long trough design that lets many birds feed side by side

• Wire anti-perch guard keeps birds out of the feed to reduce waste and fouling

• Available in three lengths: 40cm, 80cm and 120cm

• Ideal for pigeon lofts, and suitable for chickens and other poultry

• Reduces crowding and squabbling at feeding time

• Keeps feed cleaner and more hygienic than an open feeder

• Durable plastic trough with a sturdy wire top, easy to fill and clean

How to Use

Sit the trough on a flat, level surface in the loft, coop or run where all your birds can reach it. Fill the feed evenly along the base, keeping the level below the wire guard so birds feed down through the gaps. Top it up as needed through the day rather than overfilling, which keeps feed fresher and reduces spillage. Lift or slide the wire guard when you need to fill or clean, then refit it. Empty and rinse the trough regularly so old feed and droppings don't build up.

Getting the Best From It

• Match the length to your numbers. Allow enough trough space for all your birds to feed at once. Size up to 80cm or 120cm for larger flocks or busy lofts.

• Keep the feed below the guard. Filling to just under the wire is what forces birds to feed through the gaps, which is what saves feed and keeps it clean.

• Don't overfill. Top up little and often so feed stays fresh and less is knocked out.

• Keep it dry and clean. Position it out of the rain, and rinse it out regularly to keep feed hygienic and help prevent disease in the loft or coop.

Frequently Asked Questions

What sizes does the feed trough come in?
It comes in three lengths: 40cm, 80cm and 120cm. Choose a shorter trough for a few birds or a small loft, or a longer one for larger flocks that need more feeding space.

How does the wire guard help?
The wire anti-perch guard lets birds put their heads through to feed but stops them standing or sitting in the trough. That keeps droppings and debris out of the feed, reduces waste, and keeps the feed cleaner and more hygienic.

What birds is it for?
It is popular for pigeons and lofts, and also suits chickens and other poultry in coops, runs and aviaries.

Does it really reduce feed waste?
Yes. By keeping birds out of the feed and spreading them along the trough, it cuts the scratching, spillage and fouling that waste feed with an open feeder.

How do I clean and refill it?
Move the wire guard to fill or clean, keep the feed below the wire, and rinse the trough out regularly. Keeping it dry and clean helps prevent disease.

Where can I buy a plastic pigeon feed trough in Australia?
It is available online in 40cm, 80cm and 120cm sizes, with shipping across Australia and local pickup in Bonnyrigg, NSW. Current pricing for each size is shown on this page.