Chickens are omnivorous creatures that feed on grains, vegetables and fruit. For optimal health they require balanced feed that provides essential vitamins, minerals and proteins; additionally crushed oyster shell can support egg production while grit helps them digest.
Organic feed may cost more than non-organic because no pesticides are used and labor costs are higher, plus government certification is needed and supplies are limited.
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Modesto Milling Organic Layer Crumbles Poultry Feed
Feeding your flock the proper chicken feed is essential to its wellbeing, containing proteins, calcium, vitamins and minerals for optimal egg production and weight maintenance. Organic or non-GMO varieties offer optimal options.
Organic poultry feed will be free from pesticides and additives, but may cost more than conventional varieties due to increased labor requirements for production as well as having to be grown, shipped, and processed separately from regular foods.
Your choice of chicken feed depends on its needs and age of the flock you own, from starter/grower feeds for baby chicks through layer feed for adult laying hens. A high-quality layer feed should contain at least 17% protein for strong shells as well as extra calcium from crushed oyster shell or grit; additionally it must be soy and corn free so as to not interfere with egg production.
Kalmbach Feeds Organic Harvest 17% Protein Layer Chicken Feed
Hens need a balanced diet in order to facilitate egg production and overall health, and Kalmbach Feeds’ complete high-protein feed provides this. Packed with prebiotics, probiotics, essential oils and enzymes which aid digestion and immune function as well as vitamins D & omega 3 for healthy egg yolks & shells while at 17% protein level it sustains laying hens without corn, soy or gluten content, its 17% protein level supports their long-term wellbeing and ensures they can enjoy egg production!
No matter the purpose of your poultry breeding endeavors, organic and non-GMO feed should always be your top priority to ensure healthy birds. Such feeds are free from GMOs, hormones and steroids which could harm both animals and people who consume their products; additionally they contain less saturated fat than conventional feeds; some pasteurized products even reduce bacteria risks further in your birds’ food supply!
Scratch and Peck Feeds Organic Layer Feed
Organic whole grains, sustainable grub protein, essential oils and vitamins and minerals combine in this premium bird food for healthy bones, muscles and fluffy feathers. Plus it’s soy and corn free, providing your beaked buddies with more natural nutrition while supporting local agriculture!
This product’s grub protein comes from Black Soldier Flies (Hermetia illucens) that convert pre-consumer food waste into nutritious proteins for your flock, significantly decreasing landfill waste while providing superior protein and calcium intake for them.
Stage three feed is suitable for laying hens aged 20 weeks and over who need extra protein during egg production or during molting season. You can either feed dry or fermented versions, alongside fresh water to promote foraging and digestion. It may be supplemented with oyster shell or layer grit to give your beaked friends all of the essential vitamins they require for long and happy lives.
Homestead Harvest Non-GMO Whole Grain Layer Blend
Provide your flock with proper nutrition is key to their overall health and well-being. This non-GMO layer feed offers an optimal combination of minerals, vitamins, probiotics, high-protein pellets and grains as well as linseed oil for an Omega-3 rich diet.
This feed is ideal for anyone with laying hens or ducks, whether small-scale farmers or backyard enthusiasts. Available both as a grower and layer formula, it can be used by both small-scale farms as well as backyard enthusiasts. Featuring non-GMO grains without byproducts and fortified with minerals, vitamins, probiotics, kelp extract omega 3’s and other natural supplements designed to boost egg production while supporting overall health of feathered friends, it helps boost egg production while supporting overall wellbeing of their feathered friends.
It includes coarsely-broken oyster shells to provide your laying hens with calcium for stronger eggshells and is sold in 25lb bags; you can combine this product with your own chicken scratch to make it even more palatable for your flock.
