high protein feed

[Dandy Acres]

I just noticed that the feed I brought home from the store is a meatbird starter. The protein is at 28%, is that okay? The chicks are just few days old.

 

[JenMT]

Hey, I just spoke with walkswithdog about 28% protein feed. She feeds all of her chicks this higher protein food called flock grower until they start to lay. I have also been thinking about doing the same, apparently she has gotten great results. Here are some posts that may help you, I think that I may switch my 10 week olds next time I buy feed. Good luck to you and yours!



https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=162538

https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/message_list.php?id=441044&p=1&box=0


https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=162428

 

[Dandy Acres]

Thank you, Thank you.

 

[wilds of pa]

One thing to watch for..Possible Pasty butt.. seen it happen a few times on high protein diets, but for the most part you should be fine..

Charlie