Are Hops poisonous to chickens?

[Lach Cnoc Farm]

I was planning on moving the coop to an area closer to the house but we have TONS of hops that grow there. Are they okay for the chickens to eat? They're vines and i know the chickens will get them sooner or later if i put it there.

Thanks everyone.

 

[giasmom]

Never heard this question on here before, got me curious now. Anyone ?

 

[giasmom]

Feeding Chickens Hops May Increase Health | Urban Chickens

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Found this , Hope it helps