Search for Organic Grower/All-flock Pellets

[Megger2]

HI all,

I'm searching for organic grower or all-flock pellets for my girls. I was feeding Grubbly Farms which I liked but the crumbles are so dusty (clogs the feeders and wastes tons of feed) and their "pellets" they just pick out the whole grains they like (the pellets are where the added nutrients are - plus that's a layer feed). Bonus points if I can purchase online as I can't seem to find this elusive feed close to me.

I have 5 layers and 1 geriatric hen right now, adding more chicks this spring. I'm hoping to get them on grower/all flock so I don't have to change their feed from layer when I integrate the new chicks (and we'd love to keep a rooster if it works).

I'm having a tough time - any one use something like this in pellet form? Thanks!

 

[Brooks_]

Nutrena's product (at least, the "Nature-Wise" that I always see) isn't even non-GMO, much less Organic. Part of why I didn't offer it as a suggestion.

Well, someone had to say it. The chickens need food.

 

[U_Stormcrow]

I wish you every fortune in this search. Unfortunately, the word "organic" on a label for poultry feed is often accompanied by other words (corn free, soy free, whole grain, vegan, etc) which, in combination, result in every one I am casually aware off being either unsuited to your specific needs, or offering nutritional values so poor that I can't in good conscious recommend them.

I will ask a sideways question, however. Have you considered offering the Grubbly Farms crumble as a wet mash, oatmeal-like consistency, in a different style feeder? That's how I control dust and waste (not Grubbly - a different brand of crumble), but I serve up in plastic gutters. Admittedly, my flock is a bit larger than your own. You didn't list a location in your sidebar - wet mash isn't suited to every climate or every season, which is why I ask, rather than recommend you try it.

 

[U_Stormcrow]

Nutrena makes a good all flock pellet. A little high/low on some nutrients for my liking, but well within limits and depending on what's available, I would buy it. Purina flock raiser makes a pellet version that I would rather buy, but it would likely have to be ordered and I would have no idea of the mill date. I would feel comfortable recommending either assuming they're fresh. Hope that helps.

I know you want organic, but what are you trying to include/exclude? That could help narrow the search.

Nutrena's product (at least, the "Nature-Wise" that I always see) isn't even non-GMO, much less Organic. Part of why I didn't offer it as a suggestion.

 

[Brooks_]

Yup that would be fine. Something I could offer pullets, hens with OS and a rooster

Nutrena makes a good all flock pellet. A little high/low on some nutrients for my liking, but well within limits and depending on what's available, I would buy it. Purina flock raiser makes a pellet version that I would rather buy, but it would likely have to be ordered and I would have no idea of the mill date. I would feel comfortable recommending either assuming they're fresh. Hope that helps.

I know you want organic, but what are you trying to include/exclude? That could help narrow the search.

 

[U_Stormcrow]

Nutrena's NatureSmart Organic line is Organic/ Non GMO .

I know they make it, I've just never seen it on a shelf anywhere to buy.
that said, there's not much demand for Organic in my corner of nowhere

 

[Chicken poppy]

I know @Weeg has some wonderful feed products on her etsy shop!

 

[Weeg]

I know @Weeg has some wonderful feed products on her etsy shop!

Thanks for mentioning me. Op, I do have some fun, Organic treats and supplements, but I do t have any complete feeds available. I’ve considered making an herbal feed mix though…. Seems like quite a few people have replied, I hope you found what your looking for.

 

[SheaLoner]

HI all,

I'm searching for organic grower or all-flock pellets for my girls. I was feeding Grubbly Farms which I liked but the crumbles are so dusty (clogs the feeders and wastes tons of feed) and their "pellets" they just pick out the whole grains they like (the pellets are where the added nutrients are - plus that's a layer feed). Bonus points if I can purchase online as I can't seem to find this elusive feed close to me.

I have 5 layers and 1 geriatric hen right now, adding more chicks this spring. I'm hoping to get them on grower/all flock so I don't have to change their feed from layer when I integrate the new chicks (and we'd love to keep a rooster if it works).

I'm having a tough time - any one use something like this in pellet form? Thanks!

Not sure if you have found a feed yet. But depending on where in the hudson Valley you are you might be able to get Green Mountain Feeds http://www.greenmountainfeeds.com/ out of Vermont. I'm too far west to get anything besides a pallet load shipped unfortunately, but I have heard good things and they carry an 18% grower pellet.

 

[SheaLoner]

Thanks! This is on my list.

Currently trying Mile Four which seems great, comes in pellets so I’m seeing much less food waste. I do have one hen that just doesn’t seem to like it. Still hoping she’ll come around. Otherwise Green Mountain is next if I can find it!

There is another organic feed local to you. I came across them recently. Very tempted to order a pallet of feed for my critters.
https://www.stonehousegrain.com/