Feeding chicks

[Dominic-is]

At what age can we start giving our chicks unused greens?

 

[foreverlearning]

At about 2 weeks but keep in mind they may turn up their beak at it for up to 6 weeks. Meal worms can be given sooner. Also, if they are eating anything other then their feed (like treats or grass) they need to be provided grit. A small bag of chick grit last a long time, you just put it in a bowl on the side and they will take it as they need it. The grit stores in their gizzard and works so they can digest their food.

 

[Tumbleweed Farm]

At what age can we start giving our chicks unused greens?

I let them peck at sprouted wheat grain fodder at 5 days old, they love it. I believe in letting chick play and learn to tear up food at an early age--just put it in there, they may or may not eat it, start small. It will not hurt them at any age.