Grit vs no grit

[RodNTN]

I guess it couldn't hurt Just make sure it doesn't end up being powder

 

[Deblett]

Will it be fairly obvious if they are not getting enough Grit? I bought 3 10 week old Wyandottes that were kept caged up, no idea what they were being fed, but I have them free ranging and also chick crumb on 5m x 5m of rough grass with some sand, and the walls are granite so plenty of natural grit, but I never see them obviously picking it up. They eat a lot of greenery, (I worry - too much) but they love it so I am guessing what comes naturally must be good for them? But back to the original point, how would I know that they are getting enough?

 

[Chickassan]

I give mine grit asap but I get them on other foods besides starter asap too. Nothing wrong with the no grit just starter approach but personally I think its better to get them eating greens and insects as soon as they're able. It is what mom would be doing.