- Feb 20, 2013
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I am confused on the matter of feeding chicks that are being raised by a "mama hen". If a hen goes broody and has a flock of chicks do you have to provide them with chick starter crumbles? My hens are free range for about 3 hours daily and are provided with layer pellets and oyster shel and of course clean water. I know that the chicks cannot eat the layer pellets because of its size. Any help would be appreciated!