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fertilizer in my yard

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by schritter17, Feb 22, 2016.

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  1. Feb 22, 2016 #1
    schritter17

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    Hey Guys,
    is it safe to fertilize my yard that my chickens run in? i know it is not good for them but will they leave it alone i guess is the question
     
  3. Feb 22, 2016 #2
    Hope1122

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    It is best not to fertilize your yard because they might not leave that area alone.
     
  5. Feb 22, 2016 #3
    drumstick diva

    drumstick diva Still crazy after all these years. Premium Member

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    I would not fertilize your yard if that's where your chickens range. Even if they don't bother it, when they go scratching and searching for bugs, they will ingest it along with the bugs. I believe most fertilizers carry warnings to keep children and pets off the treated area. The chickens themselves will be dropping their own fertilizer all over your yard.
     
  7. Feb 23, 2016 #4
    Yorkshire Coop

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    Hi :welcome

    Glad you could join us here! I too agree with the above about not letting them on anywhere you have fertilised. I would not like to run the risk of them getting poisoned.

    Enjoy BYC :frow
     
  9. Feb 23, 2016 #5
    BantamFan4Life

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    Welcome to BYC! I'm glad you joined us! :)
     
  11. Feb 24, 2016 #6
    NickyKnack

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    Welcome to BYC and the coop! There's a lot of great peeps here! Feel free to ask lots of questions. But most of all, make yourself at home. I'm so glad you decided to join the BYC family. I look forward to seeing you around BYC.
     

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