Any one want to join me in waiting for eggs, posting and comparing notes?

[BroosterSpringsteen]

I didn't even know there were natural wormers. That's really good info to have. I think most folks use Aviverm. I think it's kind of expensive though. I've never used it. I may look into your natural method.

Papaya? Really? Thanks MB. I'm going to try that.

 

[USVIyardbird]

Feed them half of a papaya one day, then feed the other half the next day.. It is a great natural wormer as well. Also, stand back the second time you feed it... my flock goes INSANE for that. One of the most healthy things you can feed to your chooks.

Should I remove the seeds?

 

[nakstk]

The seeds at the important part to feed them, same pumpkin with seeds. Also to much garlic will change the flavor of their eggs.

 

[nakstk]

Sorry for the double post this kindle is acting up.

 

[USVIyardbird]

The seeds at the important part to feed them, same pumpkin seeds. Also to much garlic will change the flavor of their eggs.

Thanks I have been using garlic since I got them and I love the egg flavor. I also used garlic on my meat birds and they were tasty..lol

 

[Melabella]

Should I remove the seeds?

NO, i think it's the seeds that is a deterrent for worms.


http://superfoodprofiles.com/papaya-seeds-parasites/papaya-seeds-closeup-3

 

[Melabella]

Here is the link to another wonderful article. If it's good enough for Bell and Evans, I guess it has some validity to it. I plan on planting a row of fresh herbs around the chicken coop, but put up fencing to protect the plants so they don't pulverize them as soon as I plant them. As the plants grow bigger, they can pick some through the welded wire of thier run.

http://naturalchickenkeeping.blogspot.com/2012/12/new-york-times-article-farms-turn-to.html


Should bookmark that site as well,, has so very valuable information as pertaining to natural approach chicken raising

MB

 

[xshoshin]

I've noticed that many of you name your chickens and I haven't done that yet.... I wonder now if they are not laying because they feel unimportant without names....LOL
Most are squatting, and I have heard the egg song twice (man was it loud!!!) but still no eggs.

 

[peep-a-boo]

Hi all! I have 4 chickens: 1 SLW, 1 faverolle, and 2 silkies. They're 25 weeks old today and no eggs. I've read some posts on this thread and realize that this is treading on the edge of normal. They seem happy and healthy and friendly enough. They also get along with each other. They get plenty of feed and water, although they won't touch the treats I give them (watermelon, toast, and spinach so far). Anyway, they're definitely pullets, but maybe they're just weird ones. Any suggestions or thoughts???

 

[USVIyardbird]

Here is the link to another wonderful article. If it's good enough for Bell and Evans, I guess it has some validity to it. I plan on planting a row of fresh herbs around the chicken coop, but put up fencing to protect the plants so they don't pulverize them as soon as I plant them. As the plants grow bigger, they can pick some through the welded wire of thier run.

http://naturalchickenkeeping.blogspot.com/2012/12/new-york-times-article-farms-turn-to.html


Should bookmark that site as well,, has so very valuable information as pertaining to natural approach chicken raising

MB

Very good information. Thanks