{"product_id":"feeder-fresh","title":"Feeder Fresh","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family: \" arial\u003eThis product safely and effectively prevents the growth of disease-causing mold, ensuring a clean, dry, and healthy feeder for birds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family: \" arial\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/H68ODby7pMM\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family: \" arial\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:\" arial\u003eWhat is Feeder Fresh, and why should I use it?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family: \" arial\u003eFeeder Fresh is a moisture-absorbing product that preserves seeds in feeders. It's safe for birds and can be placed directly in feeders or in grain storage bins to reduce the negative effects of moisture such as clumping, mold formation, and seed spoilage. \u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family: \" arial\u003eFeeder Fresh promotes the health of wild birds by keeping feeders dry and reducing the chances of harmful mold and toxins developing. One of the most common sources of mycotoxins is poorly maintained feeders. \u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:\" arial\u003eIs Feeder Fresh safe for birds?\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family: \" arial\u003eAbsolutely!\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\" style=\"text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%; font-family:\" arial\u003eFeeder Fresh is non-toxic. It's made from sand and is highly absorbent. \u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\" style=\"text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%; font-family:\" arial\u003eThe essential element of Feeder Fresh, amorphous silicon dioxide, is already consumed by birds in their natural habitat and is even necessary to ensure the strength of their eggshells. It is one of the safest materials in the world. \u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\" style=\"text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%; font-family:\" arial\u003eFeeder Fresh was developed with bird safety in mind. The product manufacturers conducted extensive research to ensure that the product is not harmful to birds, and on the contrary, is good for their health. The product has been approved by Dr. Kirk Klasing, an avian physiologist at the University of California. \u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\" style=\"text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%; font-family:\" arial\u003eBirds are able to recognize that Feeder Fresh granules are not seeds. When they come into contact with a granule, they simply discard it. If they were to eat one, the particle would act in the same way as sand in their gizzard. Feeder Fresh does not swell or clump. \u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\" style=\"text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%; font-family:\" arial\u003eThe product does not contain crystalline silica. \u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:\" arial\u003eHow does Feeder Fresh work?\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family: \" arial\u003eFeeder Fresh has the internal structure of a microporous sponge, meaning the product contains billions of nanometer-sized pores that easily absorb water and moisture. These pores absorb water directly, or absorb excess water present in the air and seeds, creating a sealed, dry environment. \u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:\" arial\u003eWhat types of feeders can I use Feeder Fresh with?\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family: \" arial\u003eYou can use Feeder Fresh in any feeder that has a closed structure. The more enclosed the feeder, the more effective the product. For example, silo feeders are ideal for using Feeder Fresh. Use the product at the bottom of the feeder. \u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:\" arial\u003eHow should this product be used?\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family: \" arial\u003eBest performance is achieved when you place the product in your feeder where you usually observe moisture or mold problems. This is most often at the bottom of the feeder, especially if the grain tends to stagnate there. If placing the product at the bottom of the feeder is difficult, it can be mixed with the seeds at the bottom or layered throughout the feeder. \u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family: \" arial\u003eGeneral usage instructions: \u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\" style=\"text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:\" arial mso-fareast-font-family:arial\u003e1.\u003cspan style=\"font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e    \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:\" arial\u003eStart by cleaning and disinfecting your feeder.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\" style=\"text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:\" arial mso-fareast-font-family:arial\u003e2.\u003cspan style=\"font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e    \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:\" arial\u003ePour a layer of Feeder Fresh into the bottom of the feeder, between ¼ and ½ inch thick. The amount of product used depends on the extent of the moisture problem and the size of the feeder and its areas where seed flow is low. \u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\" style=\"text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:\" arial mso-fareast-font-family:arial\u003e3.\u003cspan style=\"font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e    \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:\" arial\u003eFor best results, you can also sprinkle a little of the product over the seeds each time you fill the feeder.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\" style=\"text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:\" arial mso-fareast-font-family:arial\u003e4.\u003cspan style=\"font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e    \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:\" arial\u003eReplace the product as needed when you clean and maintain your feeder. The amount of product used over time will depend on weather conditions and the amount of moisture that enters the feeder (i.e., size of openings, presence of a dome over the feeder). If moisture problems persist, it means you are not using enough product, or not replacing it often enough, or the product is not placed in the right location.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family: \" arial\u003eYou can also use Feeder Fresh in your grain storage containers to keep grains fresh longer and prevent them from absorbing moisture. \u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family: \" arial\u003eMade in the USA. \u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:\" arial\u003eHow often should I replace Feeder Fresh in my feeder?\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family: \" arial\u003eChange the Feeder Fresh at the bottom of your feeder if: \u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\" style=\"text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%; font-family:\" arial\u003eYou notice that the Feeder Fresh takes on a darker or translucent appearance due to moisture absorption.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\" style=\"text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%; font-family:\" arial\u003eThe product has been in the feeder for more than a month.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                        \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\" style=\"text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%; font-family:\" arial\u003eThe product has been in the feeder for more than a week, and there has been heavy rain. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\" style=\"text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%; font-family:\" arial\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"FR-CA\" style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:\" arial\u003eHow can Feeder Fresh improve the health of wild birds?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"FR-CA\" style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%; font-family:\" arial\u003eYou may already know this, but some of the most toxic compounds on Earth are created by molds. Even trace amounts of these mycotoxins can cause harmful or even fatal effects on birds. For example, 0.0001mg of aflatoxin, a byproduct of the mold type \u003ci\u003eAspergillus parasiticus\u003c\/i\u003e that grows on grains, can be enough to be fatal for small birds. The more grains are exposed to moisture, the greater the risk of aflatoxin production. Feeder Fresh keeps grains and feeders dry, and prevents mold formation, which reduces the chance of aflatoxin and other mycotoxins being present.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\" style=\"text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%; font-family:\" arial\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sapphire Labs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52750477885551,"sku":"SLFF","price":17.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/2954\/0463\/files\/Feeder-Fresh.jpg?v=1772328324","url":"https:\/\/nature-expert.ca\/en\/products\/feeder-fresh","provider":"Nature Expert","version":"1.0","type":"link"}