What to eat??

[jrhy]

Hello again
I know that hens eat pretty much anything, and that they are omnivores so they can also eat meat. Though I plan on only feeding my girls an organic vegetable diet, (they can get their meat from bugs and worms) I was wondering if there was anything they should NOT eat? I heard to feed them garlic only when they are sick because garlic or cabbage can flavor the eggs. But my question is , is there anything they should definitely stay away from? Like dogs and chocolate. I wouldn't want to give my girls something to eat that is potentially dangerous to their health. Even if it is a plant or vegetable or grain ect... Also are they able to eat anything when they are pullets or should they stick to their pullet food? Thank you Jrhy

 

[BantamLover21]

Some foods that chickens should stay away from include avocados, chocolate, coffee/other caffeine filled foods, raw potatoes, rhubarb leaves, salty or really sugary foods, tomato leaves, and raw beans.

 

[countrygirl86]

Here is a really great resource from the learning center. It has a very detailed list.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/chicken-treat-chart-the-best-treats-for-backyard-chickens

 

[jrhy]

Thank you, all was very helpful.