Pesticides?

[OrpDotes]

I do believe there is huge benefit to be had from being exposed to local soil. Unless you are never going to allow them to have access to your yard, it becomes a moot point regarding previous pesticide application. Only you can decide what your risk tolerance is.

I'm planning on free ranging them so i will probably introduce soil as soon as it dry's out enough. I saw on one of your previous posts that if you have your chicks inside you should ween them off heat at 3 weeks? I have kept them inside and the older ones are 2 1/2 weeks old right now. Thanks for the quick response and God Bless!

 

[lazy gardener]

Of course, as you wean them, let their behavior be your guide. If you turn the lamp off and they huddle and act miserable, then... give them back their heat. Chances are: If you give them a scrambled egg, they will run around for several hours and not miss the heat at all.