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[brentcoon]

I just finished building my coop. I want to know what needs to be put down for bedding and how often it needs to be changed? I also am looking for ideas on good food to buy. Thanks for the help.

 

[Lazy Farmer]

I use last season hay. 3 to 5 bucks a round bale.
Cheep and effective.


Welcome to BYC! Check out this video. I hope it helps some..,.

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[Pork Pie]

Hello and welcome to BYC

I use dried grass clippings, about 6" deep. I rake it over daily and change it twice a year - very easy, and free

If you use the search function and type in coop bedding, you get lots of links.

In terms of food - starter feed for chicks, then growers / all flock feed and add separate feeder with oyster shell once the pullets begin to lay.

You'll find lots of info in the Learning Centre - https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/category/learning-center.11/ and if you have a specific topic in mind, just type it in the search box - there's a wealth of information on past and present threads.

Each week, various topics are discussed, which can also be a great resource - https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/topic-of-the-week-thread-archive

You may wish to consider joining your state thread as it will put you in touch with other BYC members in your area - http://www.backyardchickens.com/t/270925/find-your-states-thread#post_3239224

All the best

CT

 

[KaylorFarms]

Hello! Welcome to Byc!! It's great to have you!

 

[drumstick diva]