feeding different ages

[newham0614]

Hello
I have 15 9 week olds and just recently got 4 17 week olds. when the older ones reach laying age what feed should i use considering the babies. i also have several roosters. can i feed the same food for all. would that be layer or flock raiser?
thanks

 

[Kittymomma]

I feed my mixed age/species flock gamebird feed and put oyster shell out free choice so the laying hens can meet their calcium needs. Flockraiser works well too, but the gamebird is easier for me to find around here.

ETA: The layer feed has too much calcium in it for the youngsters and can cause them problems when they get older---early organ faliure etc.

 

[Boo-Boo's Mama]

I feed Purina Flock Raiser and make available oyster shell to provide calcium for those who have begun to lay...use a tuna can screwed to the post next to the feeder.

 

[newham0614]

thank you. i will use the flock raiser