Is it ok to start ckicks on grower feed?

[vjbakke]

The guy at the feed store said it would be fine to start the chicks on grower feed. Our chicks will be layers. The food is a mash I beleive not pellets. I bought a bag today. Our chicks are on their way, may have them by tomorrow!

 

[CowgirlMama]

I get a custom mixed feed, but the gal I get it from said they start all their chicks on their "meatbuilder" ration (basically a grower feed) then at 3 months, they switch the layers to a "lay" ration!

I think the grower or meat builder rations usually have a higher protein content which the chicks need for growing.

 

[Judy]

Around here, the stores sell a single formula, different brands, called "starter/grower." You could research it, see how the feed's ingredients stack up to starter -- or just use it.

 

[vjbakke]

It is 16% protein. We're going to go ahead and use it.

 

[chicmom]

Well, as long as it's chick food, you'll be OK. Once they get to 17 weeks old, then you want to switch to the layer feed. SIMPLE!