I don't know where to get DE

[ncCHICKS]

We have 2 feed stores in town, one carries mainly horse stuff, but has shavings. The other is an old family feed store that has chickens, ducks, and such. Which is more likely to have it? How do I make sure it's food grade? Is it necessary? For an 8x4 coop, how much do I need?

 

[joebryant]

7 Springs Farm
426 Gerry Lane NE
Check, VA 24072
800-540-9181
Contact Person: Ron Juftes
Delivers to North Carolina also
[MIX]


Countryside Natural Products
1688 Jefferson Highway
Fisherville VA 22939
888-699-7088
Contact Person: Steve
[MIX]


Shadow Ridge
77 Oxford Road
Peachland, NC 28133
Cheryl Orlowski
Phone 704-272-7110
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[MissPrissy]

Make sure it is FOOD GRADE. the bags will often read "Codex Grade Fossil Shell Flour".

Permaguard is the best brand.

 

[Ms. Lewis Rich]

If you want some right away in a small amount most health food stores have it, but Joe gave you the really good sources.

 

[ncCHICKS]

Thanks all, also is it necessary, or just a health guard?

(in other words should I put it before finishing my coops or can it wait, i don't know how to prioritize it. My coop will be done by spring)