If/when I mix my own, I'd be sure to include a product called Organic Fertrell Nutri-Balancer. Here's about it: http://www.fertrell.com/poutrynurtibalancer.htm
I'm in north Idaho, but we're having a heat spell (after a bitter cold spell). Last night, thanks to your encouragment, they got to sleep without a light. There was no problem! Thanks.
My flock is 15weeks (6 female Khaki Cambells) and they're used to always having a 175w red heat lamp on all night. They have plenty of ventilation so they don't get too warm and I keep it on at night for some warmth and so they can see their food and water and I've heard that it keeps them from...