Suggestions for layer feed

[Molliep2]

I'm interested in any recommendations on a good layer feed for hens? Thanks!

 

[Shadowfire]

I use Purina.

 

[pennyJo1960]

some of us think purina is horrible

 

[Molliep2]

some of us think purina is horrible

which feed do you use?

 

[pennyJo1960]

I am in Washington State I use redbridge

 

[Kiki]

I'm interested in any recommendations on a good layer feed for hens? Thanks!

What does your local store carry? (easier/usually the cheapest)
Or are you willing to mail order and have feed shipped to you? (Pricey)

 

[Kiki]

You may find this helpful:
Feed Comparison Spreadsheet

 

[MillefleurGirl137]

It depends on what you want. Regular or Non-GMO? Organic maybe? Sometimes, if you willing to get the best, look at the feed labels. Think about it, you're eventually going to eat what's in their feed by eggs. A good rule of thumb: if there's something you can't pronounce in the label, your chickens' body probably can't pronounce it either.
Then, you'll probably be getting those ingredients too.

 

[Lazy J Farms Feed & Hay]

Home Fresh Extra Egg available form Kent Feeds and Blue Seal Feeds dealers from Maine to Colorado.

 

[Timothy Menezes]

I have only have bad luck with one feed. It was a small no name super cheap feed. I switched to Purina and the issues cleared up. Since then I have also tried Nutrena and King (local central Ca feedmill) feed good results.

I am curious why Purina would be thought of as horrible? They aren't the high end custom option for sure, but would think of them as a solid mid range option. After trying their basic layer I went to their Omega 3 layer which my chickens seemed to do very well on.

For my layers I am currently using Nutrena hearty Hen, 18% soy free with Omega 3. The nonlaying pullets and rooster are on King brand 17% shower/grower.