Kickstart chick performance with Agrivite HydraStim™ Gold

The first seven days in the shed are critical for young chicks – setting the trajectory for the entire crop, and influencing uniformity, feed conversion, resilience, and final weight. Most farmers are ultimately chasing three core outcomes in this early window: strong hydration, rapid early growth, and a stable, well-functioning gut. When these foundations are in place, everything else tends to follow. But achieving them isn’t always straightforward.

Why early support matters

Young chicks arrive with limited reserves – their gut is still developing, and their immune system is immature. Any early stress from transport, fluctuating temperatures, dehydration or delayed feeding, can easily suppress feed intake and lead to slow development. A chick gel can help to hydrate and energise chicks enough to get them to the drinker lines. Thereafter, a targeted hydration and nutrient support formula, such as Agrivite HydraStim Gold, fed through the drinker lines can help vulnerable chicks to stabilise quickly, maintain energy and start to build immunity.

Electrolytes for fast rehydration

Transport stress and delayed access to water can leave chicks dehydrated, and even a small hydration lag can ripple into weaker performance later. The highly concentrated formulation of electrolytes in HydraStim Gold helps to restore fluid balance, supporting further water intake and better thermoregulation. Electrolytes also help maintain cellular function, ensuring chicks can absorb nutrients efficiently once they start feeding.

Glucose for accessible energy

New chicks rely heavily on glycogen stores which are quickly depleted. Low energy can lead to reduced mobility, weaker feeding behaviour and slower development. The dextrose in HydraStim provides a rapidly available source of energy for young chicks to boost activity and encourage early feeding. Betaine and sorbitol support liver function, further enhancing overall energy metabolism.

Vitamins and natural compounds for a strong immune system

In intensive systems, where pathogen pressure can be high, early immune support is a strategic advantage. HydraStim Gold contains a broad spectrum of powerful antioxidants which help to reinforce the chick’s developing immunity and assist with metabolic processes within the body. Curcumin (the active compound in turmeric) and piperine (from black pepper) are powerful natural ingredients that work together to strengthen immunity, reduce inflammation and protect the gut, giving chicks a stronger more resilient start.

 

Giving chicks the right support in their first few days will pay off for the entire crop. HydraStim Gold helps bridge that early vulnerable window by boosting hydration, supplying fast energy and supporting gut and immune development when chicks need it most. HydraStim is a high impact tool that sets chicks up for stronger growth, better uniformity and a more resilient start.