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  1. Sooner Magnolia

    How do you feed chicks and 4 year old hens at the same time?

    @U_Stormcrow, would you agree that she should put the babies on medicated chick starter for the first couple of weeks. I know there are differing opinions, but I think it is the safer choice as they get out on dirt and need protection while getting their immune systems going.
  2. Sooner Magnolia

    How do you feed chicks and 4 year old hens at the same time?

    I feed a pretty high protein layer food. You're probably right, but I think those lazy girls also like the ease of the crumbles and I see that they're a brighter yellow color. They may have a better taste. Thankfully I free range and don't have to invest a lot in feed. @ChickenGirl300, it is...
  3. Sooner Magnolia

    How do you feed chicks and 4 year old hens at the same time?

    My layers seem to be preferring the chick starter right now vs the layer pellets. You can certainly keep feeding the layer pellets in a taller feeder, but be prepared for the big girls to eat more of the chick starter/grower than the chicks. Also, the babies will be tall enough to reach the...
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