Feeding chick-teens & baby chicks...

[ChickenNewB17]

I have 4 chicks that are about 7/8 weeks old, and I plan on getting a few more baby chicks in two weeks, I'll keep them separate for the first few weeks, but when the new chicks get their feathers and are introduced to the older chicks (who will be chick-teens by then), will I have to separate their feed when the chick-teens are old enough for layer feed, the new chicks will be still needing starter feed...right? And if so, how would I do that if they're in the same coop/run?

 

[Ol Grey Mare]

Simply feed them all the feed appropriate for the youngest bird. Offer free choice oyster shell (separate from feeder) so that the birds that are laying age can take it as needed

 

[Ol Grey Mare]

Many folks never feed layer. ...the above is a simple way to feed mixed (age, gender, laying staus) flocks

 

[GC-Raptor]

Agree, feed an 18% protein start & grow or an all-flock crumble with oyster shell on the side till they're all laying or indefinitely. GC