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I really like this thread and prefer to use prevention. I will check out the natural chicken keeping thread too. Thanks Leah's Mom.

I ferment my feed too. I poured about 1/4 cup oregano into each 5 gal bucket. But if it's better mixed in later, I can do that instead. I got 3 bags of oregano today. I didn't notice the weight but it cost me $1.25 at the dollar store. So for now, I have a goodly supply. You only do it...

Wow! 4 months and NO ACTION! I was remembering that quite a while ago we were discussing the use of Oregano in our birds' feed as a preventative. I was wondering if any of you could tell me how much is a good amount and for how long? We're coming into a weather change here and I want to...

Can't speak to the rosemary, but plain unsweetened yogurt will go a long way toward ridding your flock of coccidiosis.

I have some comfrey coming up! It will be my first year for comfrey. I've read that the chickens just LOVE it!

I, for one, would like a recipe... just in case.

I dice mine up really small, what's the term? mince? Anyway, I dice it up and keep it in a baggie for emergencies. It works really well for an upset stomach. I pry about a half teaspoon worth off of the chunk and toss it in my mouth like an aspirin and swallow with water. It works GREAT!

Cooked brown rice, right? Ginger improves bile flow and stimulates sweating and circulation. The few times I've given ginger to my birds, they haven't liked it because of its strong flavor but I may have put too much in their feed. If you use ginger, I'd grate it finely and add just a...

I'd give them all a go. Yeah, make a tea and brew it strong, then serve it diluted by half in their waterers. ETA: You'll have to watch for diarrhea if they're not used to these herbs. If it develops, I'd cut the brew again by half water and try that.

Ok, I want to read this thread but don't have time right now. This will help me find it again.