{"product_id":"niger-seed-12-55kg","title":"Niger Seed 12.55kg","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMake a place for the finches you hope to see more often\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA specialised feeding point gives you something particular to watch for in the garden. Keep the food fresh and the equipment clean, then allow local birds time to discover it as part of their ordinary feeding route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNiger Seed (pronounced nye-jer, sometimes spelt Nyjer) is a tiny, oil-rich seed from the African yellow daisy (Guizotia abyssinica). It’s one of the best natural fuels for small-beaked birds like goldfinches, siskins, redpolls, and greenfinches — giving them the energy they need to sing, flit and feed all year round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe don’t grow Niger Seed here on the farm (it needs tropical sunshine rather than Herefordshire drizzle!), but we source responsibly from trusted growers in Ethiopia and India where it’s grown as a food and oil crop. It’s cleaned, heat-treated, and packed fresh on our farm to ensure quality, safety, and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"checkmark\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% pure Niger Seed — no filler, no mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh in oil (35–40%) and protein — perfect fuel for finches and siskins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiny seed for tiny beaks — encourages acrobatic small birds and keeps larger ones away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean, straight seed — no husks, no dust, minimal waste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked in small batches on our Herefordshire farm for maximum freshness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResponsibly sourced from sustainable growers in tropical regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Not a British-grown product. Packed and checked in the UK. May contain traces of other seeds. Not suitable for human consumption.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Wiggly Wigglers, we pride ourselves on creating birdseed that \u003cb\u003esupports local farming and sustainability\u003c\/b\u003e. Some of the ingredients are grown on our farm, others come from trusted farmer friends, and the rest are sourced from a seed merchant with whom we’ve partnered for over 30 years. Every order is mixed and bagged to order here on the farm for freshness: smaller sizes are packed in plain paper bags, which are compostable and perfect for your garden or wormery, while our 12.55kg sizes are delivered in reusable, recyclable woven polyprop bags. By choosing our birdseed, you’re getting great value and supporting small-scale, sustainable farming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo unnecessary fillers – just high-quality seed blends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-standing relationships ensure trust and traceability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmaller plain paper bags fit conveniently into home storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNiger Seed is a favourite among small, colourful birds like goldfinches and siskins. This tiny seed is high in oil, making it perfect for birds with small beaks and high metabolisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable Feeder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Due to its fine nature, niger seed is best used in specialised niger seed feeders rather than conventional feeders (usually bright yellow and with much smaller holes sot that the seed doesn’t all fall out).  We stock a variety of niger seed feeders that are perfectly designed for this purpose.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBird Species Attracted:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoldfinches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSiskins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRedpolls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreenfinches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTip for Winter: To attract goldfinches during the winter months, consider leaving teasel heads out in your garden. Goldfinches love the seeds from teasel heads, and they provide a natural, additional food source that complements their diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupporting Our Farm and Wildlife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Wiggly Wigglers, we are proud to be based on a Duchy Farm in Herefordshire and to be one of the six focus farms selected by the Duchy estate. Our farm is dedicated to advancing natural resources and carbon management, aiming for a sustainable future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere’s how growing, mixing, and bagging our birdseed supports our farm, wildlife, and the community:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Native Plants: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe cultivate a variety of native plants to create a rich habitat for local wildlife. This practice enhances biodiversity and supports the ecosystem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUsing Compost: \u003c\/strong\u003eEnriching our soil with natural compost boosts fertility and promotes healthy plant growth, essential for high-quality birdseed production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaking Compost Teas:\u003c\/strong\u003e We use nutrient-rich compost teas to naturally feed our crops and improve soil health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMob Grazing Cattle: \u003c\/strong\u003eImplementing mob grazing techniques mimics natural grazing patterns, improving soil health and plant diversity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Cover Crops: \u003c\/strong\u003eThese crops protect and nourish the soil, prevent erosion, and enhance biodiversity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStopping the Use of Our Plough: \u003c\/strong\u003eReducing soil disturbance helps maintain soil integrity and supports a thriving ecosystem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy growing and processing our birdseed on-site, we reduce our carbon footprint and ensure the highest quality product. This process not only supports local wildlife but also provides jobs and sustains our farming community. Thanks to these efforts, a BTO survey identified 49 species of birds on our farm—an amazing result that shows the positive impact of our practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy choosing our birdseed, you’re directly supporting our farm and its wildlife-friendly practices, promoting a healthier environment for both birds and people.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"wigglywigglers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56432309174657,"sku":"NGHALLO-BF1","price":34.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0025\/4456\/6307\/files\/NIGER.jpg?v=1769427911","url":"https:\/\/www.wigglywigglers.co.uk\/products\/niger-seed-12-55kg","provider":"Wiggly Wigglers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}