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Post by spamela on Feb 25, 2011 16:28:00 GMT -6
What/how does everyone feed? I free feed my layers purina layena pellets with some black oiled sunflower mixed in. I know some others are mixing different grains together and I was wondering what ratios you are mixing and how often you feed or do you free feed as well?
I feel like I've had good luck with the layena pellets. It's just so darn expensive. But if there isn't anything comparable I'll just keep feeding as I am.
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Post by Timbo on Feb 25, 2011 17:59:54 GMT -6
We use Dumar Layin crumbles here. Its always done good.
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Post by gardendaddy on Feb 26, 2011 19:02:15 GMT -6
Timbo,
I have been using Prime Quality Layer Crumbles (this is the "house brand" from R & J Feed), Purina Scratch, then during this winter to give more whole grain type feed I have added the black oil sunflower seeds as well as some whole rolled oats in the way of long cooking oatmeal - fed dry - , then since grass, etc. fresh greens are scarce now I have been giving lettuce from the grocery as well as cutting back the monkey grass in the yard and any other green thing I can donate via my kitchen refuse including eggshells. I think that is about it for now. I have added DE to the layer crumbles as well as dusting with it regularly. Then just plain clean water. That is it I think.
Mike
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Post by rockachaw on Feb 26, 2011 20:44:41 GMT -6
Mike, Where do you get the Diatomaceous Earth at a decent price? Is it around here?
Thanks Jim
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Post by gardendaddy on Feb 27, 2011 8:54:13 GMT -6
Jim,
I get it at R & J but I do not know what a "decent" price would be as I have only bought it there and it is a little pricey for the amount you get. But I have nothing to compare it to really in that fact. They keep it in the back where the chicken supplies are located. There otherwise I guess I should shop it a little at TSC or maybe try what the co-op has if they even carry it which I would feel they most likely do or should anyway.
Mike
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Post by rockachaw on Feb 27, 2011 17:49:39 GMT -6
Thanks Mike,
I am also looking for some Kelp Meal. Does anyone know if any of the feed stores around here carry it?
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Post by rinksgi on Feb 27, 2011 21:34:33 GMT -6
I think it's around $25 for $50 lbs. That's a pretty good price for around here. It lasts a good long time. I am thinking of buying some bulk feed from a feed store in Corinth. They said they'd give me a discount if I bought !,000 lbs and put it in barrels. I have found someone who has several barrels. I think the bag price was around $10.50 for 50#. I'm hoping I can get them to come between $ and $9.50. Anyone interested? If we get 2,000 3, I might be able to get a really good price.
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Post by richie on Feb 28, 2011 16:57:53 GMT -6
which DE do u use the brown colored one or the white one i wasn't sure which one to buy for ours..............what is Kelp meal
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Post by rinksgi on Feb 28, 2011 18:51:01 GMT -6
Make sure you get food grade. Mine has always been white and was almost like baby powder.
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Post by rockachaw on Feb 28, 2011 19:23:07 GMT -6
rinksgi, i'm interested when ur ready.
richie. from what i was told is that kelp meal is high in protien, a little goes a long way it makes your chickens feathers shine & it makes the yolks of your eggs real dark yellow. I just don't know where to get it around here.
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Post by richie on Feb 28, 2011 19:36:55 GMT -6
rinsgi, what does the bag look like is why i ask is when i went to R&j THEY HAD to different kinds wasn't sure which to get.........
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Post by cks4me on Mar 1, 2011 9:00:44 GMT -6
wo uldn't you have to be careful b/c you could feed too much protein?
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Post by rockachaw on Mar 1, 2011 9:21:38 GMT -6
cks4me,
you are correct. Too much protien will burn the kidneys from what I understand though I might be wrong. I was told that a little is said to go a long way. Kelp meal also has other nutrients vitimins and minerals that penned chickens dont get from layer pellets. That is why I am looking for it to see the results for myself.
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Post by gardendaddy on Mar 1, 2011 16:36:09 GMT -6
Richie....YES...By all means make sure you get FOOD GRADE (!) only! It is the same type DE that is used in our toothpaste you buy and other food and cosmetic items for consumption. FOOD GRADE ONLY. Otherwise if you use the "pool grade" you stand a huge chance to loose your whole flock.
Mike
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Post by Timbo on Mar 1, 2011 18:43:27 GMT -6
Timbo, I have been using Prime Quality Layer Crumbles (this is the "house brand" from R & J Feed), Purina Scratch, then during this winter to give more whole grain type feed I have added the black oil sunflower seeds as well as some whole rolled oats in the way of long cooking oatmeal - fed dry - , then since grass, etc. fresh greens are scarce now I have been giving lettuce from the grocery as well as cutting back the monkey grass in the yard and any other green thing I can donate via my kitchen refuse including eggshells. I think that is about it for now. I have added DE to the layer crumbles as well as dusting with it regularly. Then just plain clean water. That is it I think. Mike Great Job Mike! They should be good and plump by now.
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