Chrissy D
Chirping
Originally I was only going to have hens.... I have added some younger pullets and a rooster. I feed an organic layer feed And I know the extra calcium is not good for pullets or roosters. My rooster is a bantam. The pullets are kept in a grow out pen until 16 weeks of age. However, I have had a hen go broody and have stuffed 2 chicks under her a week ago. I have them set up with chick starter away from the other girls. All is going well. Today I saw my broody hen pulling feed from the feeder and dropping it down on the ground for the little 8 day olds. I raised the feeder so the tiny birds couldn‘t get into the layer feed. Well long story short, looking for an organic, good protein level, feed. One I can feed all these birds at different stages without hurting anyone. Also, will feeding back shells and eggs be enough for the layers? Some layers I have refuse to eat oyster shells. Thanks In advance for your input!
Chrissy
Chrissy