Fodder question

[pamschaefer]

I have 23 week Wyandottes that are not laying yet. I started growing fodder and sprouting seeds. The chickens won't eat it!! I have tried wheat, barley, oats, and boss. I have kept layer feed and oyster shell available also, any suggestions

 

[ken77]

For me my chickens did not eat it tell after they started laying. Idk why because they ate up my garden lol.

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BYC! I'm glad you joined us!

 

[trailrider330]

Welcome to the BYC flock! We are glad you joined us!

Not sure why they are not going for the fodder. Are they used to getting greens?

 

[drumstick diva]

Some birds stop or don't start laying when the daylight hours are shortened. That may be the reason. Are you certain they are all pullets?

 

[pamschaefer]

Welcome to the BYC flock!  We are glad you joined us!

:cd :cd

Not sure why they are not going for the fodder.  Are they used to getting greens?

Yes

 

[Birdrain92]

I have 23 week Wyandottes that are not laying yet. I started growing fodder and sprouting seeds. The chickens won't eat it!! I have tried wheat, barley, oats, and boss. I have kept layer feed and oyster shell available also, any suggestions

Some breeds start at 24 weeks is when they start. The shorter daylight could affect it.

 

[gander007]

Alright

great to have you joining the BYC flock