Can Chickens Eat These Carbs

[wawafiveseven]

I was wondering if chickens can eat Steal Cut Oatmeal, Flax Seeds, and organic granola. If they can eat Flax Seed, what kind of nutrition does it provide for them.

 

[mechagrue]

I'm not sure about flax or granola, but I've been feeding mine steel-cut oatmeal for a while now.

I bought a full pound never having tried any, and discovered that I didn't care for it. Oh well, that's what the chickens are for! I give them a little handful every few days as a treat, or to lure them out of the coop so that I can go in and fill their feeder.

 

[Akane]

They can. Flaxseed provides good omega fatty acids. Too much though will give eggs a fishy taste so don't overfeed. You also want to make sure your chickens are still eating enough of a balanced poultry feed to make sure they get everything they need.

 

[wawafiveseven]

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So Should They be Given as Treats Only?

 

[cmom]

I give it as treats.