Organic feed vs regular feed

[lisebarb]

I know that organic feed is twice the price but can anyone comment on the nutritional value of either type?

Ideally I'd like to feed my gals as chemical and additive-free as possible - I raise composting worms which I intend to use to supplement their feed during the winter months.

Since raising chickens is something new for us, we have tons of questions. I've been reading the posts here to get educated and already have learned so much.

Thanks to everyone!

 

[ChickenToes]

Check out this thread.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=81065

 

[antlers]

Nutritionally no difference. Really!

 

[Enchanted Sunrise Farms]

i can't comment on the nutritional value, only personal experience. i recently purchased Organic Pride Layer 16% Crumble (made by Country Acres Feed Company in Brentwood MO). Where my girls had been wasting and billing out the food before, they started scarfing this one down. i am seeing almost no food waste at all. Someone asked me if they were pooing less or if it smelled less stinky. Maybe, although i can't really be sure.

it costs more, but my chickens are more pets than property, and i enjoy giving them something they enjoy.

 

[werblessd1s]

Since I read this article it's organic for me.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2007/04/070409115746.htm
Also, My Pet Chicken started carrying organic feed.
http://www.mypetchicken.com/Chicken-Supplies-Organic-Layer-Pellets-P416.aspx

 

[rSpriggs]

Quote:
Interestingly, you'll save $10 by ordering 2 of the #25 pounders, than 1 50 lbr . . .