My flock has been out in their run and coop for weeks. The rum is firt now. We are converting the run connected to the coop to more coop space. I don't put much bedding in the run except around the roost bars
It is fairly fresh. I keep it in an airtight bin. It's All Flock 20% protein crumbles by Purina. They get pumpkin, mealworm treat mix, and other goodies. I make sure they get as much as they want. It just amazes me how much they can consume.