Author archives: Peter Kocks
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News from the industry…
Vanrobaeys nv announces that as part of the age regulation from November 1, 2022, it has been able to recruit a new sales manager in Mr. Florian Pitz. The previous contact person, Mr. Klaus Sax, will go into well-deserved retirement, but will continue to provide advice. Mr Florian…
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add minerals and trace elements useful – by Alfred Berger…
Minerals are inorganic substances that can be typically replaced by any other elements. Since a deficiency produces a deterioration of the physical condition and performance, must be ensured a continuous supply of all minerals and trace elements. The diverse grains mixture does not contain enough calcium, so to…
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Francis Vanhamel wins with "ROMULUS" B22-5088495 the 1st National AS pigeon KBDB short distance youngsters 2022!
The new star of short-haul in Belgium comes in 2022 from the small breed Francis Vanhamel in Berverlo (province of Limburg). The teacher is not only a pigeon fancier but also a football coach at KVK Wellen. What a great win for Francis! His bird "ROMULUS" B22-5088495 has just been used seven times for this coveted title…
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Gut imbalances in pigeons – by Alfred Berger…
Due to their preventive effect, secondary plant substances occupy a very special position. The important plant components have an enormous influence on a large number of metabolic processes. What are phytochemicals? The term summarizes special plant components. They are contained, for example, in herbs, garlic, fruit and vegetables and give the…
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In OCTOBER 2022 – by Dr. Peter Boskamp…
Did you know that…..? The moulting season is primarily the time to take particularly good care of the pigeons. Most breeders know that the prices of the following year are partly made during the moulting of the previous year. But there are still enough breeders who don't do it that way during the moult…
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the Mauser – the first step to success…
The Mauser is one of the most important but also the most difficult periods for your pigeons. Within a short time the pigeons must - and especially if they obscured and / or exposed were - their feathers renew for the most part. But they have protein and amino acids and fat needed. Protein and amino acids, so…
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Tip of the week – Avidress plus…
Avidress Plus Avidress Plus contains short-chain acids that lower the pH of drinking water to such an extent that the risk of infection is reduced. It also contains minerals, trace elements and herbal extracts. This mixture together with the acids has a positive effect on the efficiency of the metabolism. We recommend Avidress Plus with 5ml all year round…
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Rik cools – A true top breeder…
Rik has been "retired" for a few years - at least as far as his job is concerned, because as a real pigeon fancier you almost never have peace. He still spends most of his time in his dovecote. He already showed top results when he was still working, but with the extra time he can…
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Secondary plant substances and their effect on maintaining health – by Alfred Berger…
Due to their preventive effect, secondary plant substances occupy a very special position. The important plant components have an enormous influence on a large number of metabolic processes. What are phytochemicals? The term summarizes special plant components. They are contained, for example, in herbs, garlic, fruit and vegetables and give the…
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Im AUGUST 2022 – by Dr. Peter Boskamp…
Care during the moulting period – in a nutshell Now that the moulting period is approaching, I get questions via Meesenger, email, app and phone about what is best to do and give during the moulting period. Now many roads lead to Rome. There are different ways the pigeons moult during the moult…