Meal Worm Colony to Supplement my flocks Diet...

[ChelleBelle]

I am going to be starting a meal worm colony to supplement my flock's diet. I have a 15 gallon aquarium with a screened lid. I have 25lbs of Wheat Bran and plan to order my worms on Monday. How many worms do I need to start my colony? My flock is 5 hens who are in need of more protein and calcium.

 

[sumi]

You don't need many worms to get started, but the more you start with the faster your colony will grow. Here is a very long and informative thread on mealworms if you'd like to learn more about the process:

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/492636/mealworm-farming

Mealworms is a great source of protein, but if your hens need calcium as well you should offer them some crushed oyster shell or egg shells in a separate container, so they can help themselves when they need it.