anybody raise sprouts to feed the chickens?

[Clay Mudd]

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I feed mine in a bowl like this one.

 

[eggscetera]

You guys have inspired me! I've started sprouting radishes, wheat and lentils to feed to my birds.

 

[Clay Mudd]

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I have to warn you, they get spoiled. After tasting fresh sprouts, mine were a lot less excited about tired old layer pellets. Personally, i see this as a good thing.

 

[dedicateddourly]

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I just scatter mine on the ground so they can peck and scratch for them.

 

[3riverschick]

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Yes, serve the sprouts in a bowl. Do not throw them on the ground of any kind. The sprouts should be fed on a clean surface.
It's good sanitation. Your birds can eat them that way and will love you for it!

It's time I started sprouting for mine again.
I sprout for them all winter. Don't need to worry about the sprouts freezing in the bowl, LOL, they never last that long, smile.
Feed sprouts under 4 days old in place of some of their daily ration. Feed sprouts 4 days old and older as a
green feed supplement to their regular ration. See pages 24 thru 28 of this thread for reasons, definitions and procedures.
Best,
Karen

 

[Chris09]

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Yes, serve the sprouts in a bowl. Do not throw them on the ground of any kind. The sprouts should be fed on a clean surface.
It's good sanitation. Your birds can eat them that way and will love you for it!

It's time I started sprouting for mine again.
I sprout for them all winter. Don't need to worry about the sprouts freezing in the bowl, LOL, they never last that long, smile.
Feed sprouts under 4 days old in place of some of their daily ration. Feed sprouts 4 days old and older as a
green feed supplement to their regular ration. See pages 24 thru 28 of this thread for reasons, definitions and procedures.
Best,
Karen

Chickens eat dirt and "sprouts" that come up wild in the dirt so I dont think its going to make a difference if it is in a bowl or not.
Sorry just my thoughts.

Chris

 

[dedicateddourly]

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Wait, what? Don't your chickens scratch and peck at the dirt? I dont see why the sprouts can't be scattered on the ground.

 

[Chris09]

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Wait, what? Don't your chickens scratch and peck at the dirt? I dont see why the sprouts can't be scattered on the ground.

That makes two of us.

there is no point putting in a bowl.

Chris

 

[BeccaSmith]

Question for those who grow sprouts for the chickens, do you grow them because they do not free range or are the sprouts in addition to them free ranging? I have been reading this thread and would like to supplement the girls with some extra "treats" since the winter cold is here and there are not as many bugs moving about and garden is done so they aren't getting any extra veggies.

 

[3riverschick]

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Wait, what? Don't your chickens scratch and peck at the dirt? I dont see why the sprouts can't be scattered on the ground.

That makes two of us.

there is no point putting in a bowl.

Chris

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Everyone has their own opinion. For my part, I sprouted the oats in jars, encouraging them to soak up whatever they came in contact with. In my case, clean warm water. I want my birds to eat them as clean feed. I don't want the tender porous sprouts mixed with dirt and dung. I feed my sprouts separately from the daily ration. I like to see who's eating them and how much they're eating. I also like to make sure the cock gets his daily ration because it is important for increased vigor which he will pass on to his get through his sperm.
Best,
Karen