How tall should a deer feeding trough be?

around 24 inches
The sides of the trough should be around 24 inches off the ground to allow fawns to access the feeder. The dimensions of the trough pictured are about 2ft wide and 5ft long. This will easily hold an average of 200lbs of feed.

Do trough feeders work for deer?

Because deer eat several times a day, professionally made free-choice feeders (or even trough feeders) can be the best way to feed deer for maximum intake and antler growth.

Will deer drink from a water trough?

They want to hit their food sources, drink enough water for the day and go back to bedding areas. So when it comes to placing a water trough in the best area, look for the most active food source. Chances are this is close to a deer’s bedding area during the summer.

What does a deer trough feeder do on a farm?

A deer trough feeder is simple piece of farm equipment that is often used to distribute food for different animals. It is often located in a central area. Most farms would have one or two, sometimes more, of these feeding implements to support the wide array of animals that they have.

What can I do with a covered deer feeder?

Free Standing Covered Deer Feeders provide you with the ability to simply move the feeder from one location to another or as a feeder which can be stored away completely when desired. A Hurley Byrd Free Standing Covered Deer Feeder is easy to set up, simple to move and can quickly be put away for off season storage.

How tall should the roof be on a deer feeder?

trough holding 25 or 35 pounds of feed in each feeder. The trough is set at a perfect 24″ height so your deer, even the babies, feed comfortably. The new roof is 21″ wide, 47″ or 59″ in length and its height above the trough adjusts from 16″, 19″ or 21″ to help protect the trough’s contents from rain and falling/melting snows.

What are the benefits of a feed trough?

A feed trough not only ensures that every animal gets their share of food, but automatic feeders make sure that food is delivered when needed. Many hunters, farming industries and even sporting events have been using this simple feeding invention. In addition, a few have adapted it into their daily operations as well.

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