Weeds and other things

[Trish1947]

We have a lot of red root (AKA PIG WEED HERE). Also. I have basil and mint growing like crazy. Can my girls eat this? Thanks

 

[SixHappyChicks]

Basil and mint are actually very good for chickens. The basil is good for respiratory health and the mint boosts the immune system. As for the pig weed, it is very high in nitrates during certain times of the year. Your chickens can eat a tiny bit of it, but if they eat a lot of it it can be poisonous to them. So I would feed your chickens the basil and mint, but not the pig weed.

 

[Trish1947]

Basil and mint are actually very good for chickens. The basil is good for respiratory health and the mint boosts the immune system. As for the pig weed, it is very high in nitrates during certain times of the year. Your chickens can eat a tiny bit of it, but if they eat a lot of it it can be poisonous to them. So I would feed your chickens the basil and mint, but not the pig weed.

Thanks. I gave them a tiny pit of pig weed. Now that won’t be happening again. Appreciate your help