Best way to preserve apples for supplemental feed in the winter

[tjohnson505]

Hi everyone!
I was lucky enough to be given a ton of apples this year. I have used what I need for myself and family, but still have a lot of the not so good apples left. I want to save them for my flock to enjoy this winter. What is the best way to do so? I was thinking of coring/cutting them and freezing. But then I don't want them eating frozen apples in winter. Would I just warm them in a window pane maybe? I do not own a microwave. Do any of you have any suggestions? Thanks in advance.

 

[CluckerCottage]

when I have lots of not so great apples, I make applesauce (no sugar added) for my animals.
you can freeze it or can it. I give my birds warm oatmeal in the winter and the applesauce is great to mix in.
since you have no microwave, warm it up in a saucepan a bit before feeding.
just a suggestion.

 

[Weiser Hens]

I have a dehydrater I got pretty cheap on Amazon and I dehydrate my apples. East to store and last a long time. My girls love apples

 

[aim0474]

I would make apple sauce as well. Super easy and can be water bath canned. Leave the skins on for added nutrients.