I have 24 chicks that are a few weeks old they eat allot and instead of buying there food I want to make it. I have a grinder but need a formula. What would be the best formula them. I also have some hens instead of giving them the layer pellets what is the feed formula for the layers.
Instead of using Sevin you can use Diatomaceous Earth. It is pet safe so you can sprinkle some on a chicken. You can also use it to dust the coop. The link below would be for some Diatomaceous Earth...
I have some that are always no mater how much feed I give them. They hatched Tuesday, June 5 there are 25 of them I give them cracked corn and starter/grower crumble how much do i give them of each.
The only time I worry about giving a chicken a bath is if he/she has fleas,mites, or lice. Then I use this. Manna Pro Poultry Protector but you have to use the concentrate. I mix it in the water then put the chicken in.
http://www.tractorsupply.com/manna-pro-reg-poultry-protector-16-oz--1014698
This is my feeder.
Above is a short fence that is folded in half
Here is a pvc pipe cut in half
I put the fence on top of the pipe so the chicks can't poop in it.