Broiler pellets for laying hens

[Allears]

Hi all, I have a mixed batch of laying hens, Black Australop, Silkies, Bantams and Koekoek's between 12 and 14 weeks. I was given 50kg of broiler pellets. Is it too much protein for them? I'd hate to waste it but dont want to damage the girls.

 

[Purelychicks]

Hi all, I have a mixed batch of laying hens, Black Australop, Silkies, Bantams and Koekoek's between 12 and 14 weeks. I was given 50kg of broiler pellets. Is it too much protein for them? I'd hate to waste it but dont want to damage the girls.

That’s a lot of protein but probably about 23% so it would probably be fine anyways. If u want u Can mix it with scratch grain?

 

[Cindy in PA]

Broiler pellets are usually 20-22% & wouldn't be too much protein for your hens.

 

[HollowOfWisps]

What is the protein% on the bag?

 

[Allears]

What is the protein% on the bag?

INGREDIENT​	MAX./MIN​	QUANTITY​	UNIT​
Protein​	Min​	170​	g/kg​
Total Lysine​	Min​	9​	g/kg​
Total Methionine​	Min​	3.4​	g/kg​
Moisture​	Max​	120​	g/kg​
Fat​	Min​	25​	g/kg​
Fibre​	Max​	70​	g/kg​
Calcium​	Min​	4.5​	g/kg​
Calcium​	Max​	10​	g/kg​
Phosphorus​	Min​	3.5​	g/kg ​