Cage birds of all species cannot thrive in good health on dry seed alone. Observing the birds in their wild habitat, their diet consists of many nutrients other than dry seed. ABBA 2300 is the closest diet that you can get for your birds in captivity that Mother Nature herself offers to them in their wild state. Can be used as a treat or a supplement in breeding parrots. ABBA is vacuum packed to ensure freshness, is made in the USA.