Hubbard Feeds Inc. Announces Voluntary Recall in Indiana and Michigan Due to Potentially Elevated Calcium and Phosphorus in Medicated Poultry Feed

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - July 2, 2013 - MANKATO, MINNESOTA – Hubbard Feeds Inc. announced today a voluntary recall of of one lot of Hubbard Life Homestead FASTGROW AM.0125 NAP/NAB MEDICATED because of the elevated calcium and phosphorus levels which may be harmful to chickens and turkeys. Chickens and turkeys exposed to this product may exhibit decreased feed intake, decreased growth rate or death. If poultry producers observe animals that have consumed product from this particular lot number and have any of these symptoms, producers should contact their local veterinarian for assistance.

The recall is limited to the following item and lot number:

Item No.: 34739-2

Description: Hubbard Life Homestead FASTGROW AM.0125 NAP/NAB MEDCATED (Complete Chicken Starter/Grower/Finisher/Broiler Feed, Complete Turkey Grower/Finisher)

Lot Number: B00570987

This product was sold in the northern Indiana and Michigan areas through retail feed stores. The Hubbard Life Homestead FASTGROW AM.0125 NAP/NAB MEDICATED is packaged in 50 lb. bags. The lot number B00570987 will be found on the bottom of the label.

Packages associated with this lot number contained levels of calcium and phosphorus that exceeded formulated nutrient levels. Several hundred young birds were reported to have died after consuming product from this lot. Poultry producers who have purchased Hubbard Life Homestead FASTGROW AM.0125 NAP/NAB MEDICATED with lot number B00570987 should discontinue use of the product and return the unused portion to the place of purchase for a full refund. Poultry producers with questions may contact Hubbard Feeds Inc., during normal business hours, Monday through Friday 8 am - 5 pm, Central Time, 507-388-9645.

This voluntary recall is being made with the knowledge of the Food and Drug Administration.