Deep Litter Method

[Bethel3330]

We're using deep litter with pine shavings because we intend to compost it. I like being able to do that, plus the warmth it will provide in winter and we've had our flock in there, using this method, since the first week of May and there is no smell!

 

[RonP]

Copied from another query:

Nesting boxes - shredded paper - free and easy to replace when soiled.

Coop floor - kiln dried large pine shavings - 8 to 12 inches deep - changed out once per year, dumped into run.

Run floor - wood chips, used pine shavings, dried leaves, yard waste, and basically anything biodegradable - free - 8 - 24 inches deep - composted black gardeners gold gets kicked out of 1/2 hardware fencing and disappears. Level seems to remain constant. Chickens love to dig craters and distribute it for me. I just routinely dump a garbage can full of "browns" into the run. Haven't cleaned it, ever. No mud, bugs, or smell.

 

[Julie S]

RonP,

Thanks for the reply...it confirms our decision to dig out the pea gravel (tonight!) and replace with pine shavings. Always something to learn