Deep Litter method

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I use deep litter all year long. I don't see why it would not work for you in a warmer climate. Per many posts here, aromatic cedar shavings are potentially harmful to hens' respiratory systems.
 
Yes I've read that cedar shavings can be toxic so use the pine or hardwood shavings - they are much cheaper anyway - you can get a huge plastic bale of them for around $5. I think the deep litter method w/DE would be beneficial in the south as well - it would kind of insulate and of course the DE works to keep it dry and kill pests like lice etc. that would affect your chickens.
 
pandora,

can you find a feed or farm store nearby? i drive 15-20 minutes to mine and stock up on the cheap shavings. where do you get your feed? they dont have shavings?
 

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