What is "DE"?

[sadieshill]

We have 9 chickens 7 wks old. I am learning about "deep litter method". I see that I should mix in "DE" but I don't know what that is?
Thanks for the help!

 

[asher]

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ETA">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diatomaceous_earth



ETA: Make sure you get the food grade, not the kind for pools!

 

[Boo-Boo's Mama]

diatomaceous earth

 

[illegal avian]

What is the post office abbreviation for Delaware?