Where do I buy bulk flax seed for my chicken

[ChickenObsession]

I want to add an addition flaxseed both + seed for my chickens. I have about sixteen hen I bought them Lane pellets but I want to add more nutrition to it like I want to give them seaweed flaxseed and maybe some grains in bulk whole grains what should I do about this and where do I buy it online I checked around local feed stores and cannot find a source so I want to buy it online does anybody on here buy flaxseed for the chickens and where do you get it or seaweed

 

[casportpony]

Are you sure your feed stores don't carry it?

 

[EggSighted4Life]

It's my understanding that flax can cause fishy tasting eggs...

Usually adding too many seeds or grains dumbs nutrition down not bulks it up... formulated rations have vitamins, minerals, and amino acids added in that grains and seeds don't.

I bought whole barley at my local feed store... which I sprout as a TREAT, or grow to fodder... it is nutritious *compared* to corn which is very LOW in protein, but it is not complete. They also carry wheat and oats in bulk.

Many seeds are very high in fat and should be fed sparingly. If you want higher nutrition.. feed higher nutrient feed like unmedicated starter, a grower, or a flock raiser... And don't forget that chickens aren't vegetarian... they need animal based protein because of amino acids that aren't found in plant sources. These amino acids are added into the vegetarian feeds that are available to us. Any seed fed out will offer max nutrients if at least sprouted... it makes them more BIO available for digestion. Since some things sprout better than others... maybe try a small amount from the regular super market

Whatever you do try... just remember to keep it to under 10% of their total daily ration... so nutrients don't get out of whack.

If your birds are locked in where they can't free range... grass clipping are often enjoyed. And homegrown meal worms can be a lot of fun. Enrichment is different though than nutrition.

Some feed stores can order for you what they don't carry in stock.

Good luck!

 

[admorris]

Adding Kelp can help balance out their diet to ensure they get all the needed amino acids, etc. I buy from Azure Standard. They do have a 25 lb bag organic for $49. Sounds pricey and it is pretty low in protein and high in fat.

https://www.azurestandard.com/shop/...l-organic/8021?package=FL199&a_aid=badc7fc3c9

 

[PirateGirl]

https://www.azurestandard.com/shop/category/food/grains/26267

This is a good online source with a selection of bulk grains etc.

 

[EggSighted4Life]

Adding Kelp can help balance out their diet to ensure they get all the needed amino acids,

This requires more research on my part... since I regularly state that chickens NEED amino acids derived from animal sources.

I like learning.