AnthonyFlock
In the Brooder
The clerk was on the right track... DE isn't good for us or chickens. Chickens Are said to have extremely sensitive respiratory systems like children and DE is microscopic, sharp particles like raw crystals. The difference between food grade and not is the heavy metal component, not sharpness. So, the heavy metals are filtered out to a degree but it can still reek havoc because of the size and shape of the particles. They become airborne very easily and it doesn't require a windy day. I personally, would not have this anywhere near my family or animals. There are plenty of alternatives to make avoiding this, easy enough.