Oats, Peas and Barely as feed

[City2FarmGirl]

I usually feed my birds (I have geese, turkeys, meat birds and layers in the same coop, soon to be separated but for now together) a 4 way mix of Oat, peas, barely and wheat. I also add in layer crumble and some oyster shell for my layers.

The local feed supply however is out of wheat and my predicament is that I am almost out of feed and going away for a bit so I can't really wait. Therefore I ordered a 3 way mix of peas, barely and oats (rolled). I will order wheat separately when I get back and mix it back in.

I was wondering how essential the wheat is and whether I might do some harm feeding my birds the 3 way sans wheat.

Does anyone have any experience with this or suggestions?

 

[staceyj]

Go to the feed store and buy a bag of all flock.
It has all the nutrients your birds need no fuss no worry.

 

[Poultrybreeder]

Wheat is full of protein which supports muscle growth. The current three grain mix has a decent balance, I just prefer more grains in my feed. I would add wheat to it for a little extra push.