Illinois...

[kfacres]

It seems that many people use it for their coops and runs. Do you know why it would not be a good thing?

One of the world's most respected, most famed small livestock vets calls it 'fairy foo foo dust'. Among plenty other people...

It is nothing more than shards of 'glass' (coral reef).

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[tiffu22]

Just like everything, some like it some don't.

 

[kfacres]

I'm a believer in science... and there is no science to back up any success stories with using it.

 

[Myrth]

Checking in from east central Illinois, near Georgetown.

 

[Paulaann]

Could you explain a little more in depth? What does DE stand for? What is it used for? I get the glass part.

 

[frogz]

Could you explain a little more in depth? What does DE stand for? What is it used for? I get the glass part.

DE stands for diatomaous earth (spelling?). Diatoms are a small organism that once dead leaves behind a sand-like exoskeleton. DE is the exoskeleton and is used in everyday abrasives and even tooth paste. Some people believe it has healing powers against parasites and illness. I use it as an alternative to grit and mix it in with dirt to make a nice bathing area for my chickens.

 

[frogz]

I'm a believer in science... and there is no science to back up any success stories with using it. 

By the way, silicon may be the main element in DE, but it's also in a lot of things including lubricants. Are lubricants glass? No...

 

[kfacres]

Toothpaste: If you would read the bottle, you'd see that it's not recommended to consume it.

 

[CherokeeFlats]

Good morning from Farmer City!! Just checking in. Hope everyone has a blessed week.

Crystal

 

[NotAFarm]

Posting here to let my Illinois peeps know I am selling my Farm Master cabinet incubator for $200.00 OBO. I bought it two years ago from a local farmer who had not used it in "a few years". Has a wafer thermostat,no turners (has the original trays that have a metal slide that rolls the eggs in the trays) and the water tray was missing when I got it. Runs great. Holds temps and humidity great. I'll send pics if anyone is interested.